Construction Disputes Solicitor

3 weeks ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Iconic Resourcing Full time

Construction Disputes Solicitor

Edinburgh or Glasgow, Flexible Working

0-4 years PQE

Competitive salary + benefits

Iconic Resourcing are delighted to be representing a leading firm with a fantastic opportunity for a Construction Disputes Lawyer to join their Property and Infrastructure Disputes team. This role offers flexibility to be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, with hybrid working arrangements available.

As part of one of the firm's five Contentious Construction teams, you will be part of a busy and specialist practice, handling complex disputes across the UK construction and engineering sector. With a focus on infrastructure, energy, and civil engineering, the team represents major clients in sectors such as power, rail, renewables, commercial and residential development, and more.

This role involves representing high-profile employer, contractor, and sub-contractor clients across a range of dispute resolution methods, including adjudication, mediation, arbitration, expert determination, and court proceedings, primarily in the Court of Session in Edinburgh.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality advice on complex issues to sophisticated commercial clients.
  • Support clients in achieving their commercial objectives by providing bespoke solutions to disputes.
  • Represent clients in formal dispute proceedings and ADR across the UK.
  • Assist in drafting settlements and dispute-related agreements.
  • Collaborate with experienced solicitors to further your career in a supportive, high-quality environment.
  • While experience in contentious construction work is beneficial, candidates with other relevant experience and transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

Key Competencies:

  • Demonstrates strong legal knowledge and can identify issues beyond expertise, seeking appropriate support.
  • Provides client-focused solutions with minimum guidance.
  • Manages work efficiently to meet objectives within timescales and budgets.
  • Communicates updates effectively to clients and colleagues.
  • Utilises the firm's systems and adheres to regulatory requirements.
  • Builds strong client relationships and delivers tailored solutions.
  • Identifies opportunities for client development and cross-selling.
  • Engages in personal learning and development, completing CPD hours and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of law and practice.
  • Contributes to the firm's knowledge resources and diversity initiatives.
  • Demonstrates sound ethical judgement and professionalism.
  • Seeks guidance when needed and uses feedback to improve performance.

This role is with a market-leading firm known for its excellent reputation in the construction and engineering sector. With a collaborative culture and commitment to career development, this is an excellent opportunity to further your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

To apply for this role, please send your CV or contact Emma Pringle at Iconic Resourcing for a confidential chat and further details. At Iconic Resourcing, we understand that not all candidates will meet every single desired qualification or skill for the job positions posted on behalf of our clients. However, if you believe that you can add value to the role despite your experience looking a little different from what we've identified, we would be thrilled to learn more about you.

Iconic Resourcing are committed to partnering with clients who share our values of inclusivity and diversity. We work with many businesses that recognise the importance of creating a welcoming and respectful workplace for all employees. As an equal opportunities' employer, we treat all applications fairly and equally. We act as both an employment business and an employment agency and are happy to accommodate any reasonable adjustments required. To view all of our Iconic Jobs across Scotland, please visit our website.

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