Our team advises a diverse client base spanning both the public and private sectors, including developers, contractors, consultants, insurers and funders. You'll gain exposure to a broad range of challenging and intellectually stimulating work, from contentious construction claims and insurance disputes to mediation, adjudication, litigation and arbitration.

No two matters are the same. You'll be trusted to tackle complex legal issues while developing a deep understanding of the commercial drivers behind our clients' businesses, helping you deliver practical, strategic advice that makes a real difference.

Alongside working with existing clients, you'll play an active role in building new relationships and supporting the continued growth of one of the firm's most successful practice areas. Whether you're developing your technical expertise, strengthening your commercial skills or contributing to business development, you'll be encouraged to make your mark from day one.

If you're looking for high-quality work, genuine responsibility, and a clear pathway for career progression within a collaborative and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

CORE TASKS

• Reviewing, analysing and providing opinions on all forms of construction contracts and supporting documentation.
• Compilation of evidence from client papers and witness statements to analyse factual position in a dispute.
• Legal analysis of the client’s position in light of the evidence prepared.
• Advising the client of the merits of their position and providing strategic advice on the most appropriate and cost-effective way to bring about a resolution. Reporting regularly to clients on progress and keeping strategy under review.
• Drafting pleadings and submissions.
• Appearing in Court, mediation, adjudication, expert determination, and arbitration, acting as advocate on behalf of the client.
• Negotiating settlements.
• Supporting and developing the team’s marketing initiatives including drafting articles and presenting at seminars.
• Maintaining good financial management of cases.
• Assisting in the training of the team’s trainee.
• Be aware of Brodies’ information security policies, and protect information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference at all times.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Works effectively with other team members, and able to work as part of a team on larger cases.
• Good working knowledge of adjudication.
• Involved in alternative forms of dispute resolution.
• Works to understand the practice area’s key clients, the industry they operate in and the challenges they face.
• Can work efficiently and to tight deadlines.
• Has strong drafting skills and works in a logical and manner.
• Provides client advice that is well presented and tailored to their needs.
• Maintains regular contact with the clients and shows understanding of the priorities for the client.
• Communicates in a confident, clear and relaxed way.
• Displays an interest and enthusiasm for contentious construction work.
• Demonstrates the Brodies values at all times - Courage, Character, Care, Collegiate, Collaborative.

Skills

• Self-motivated and driven
• Strong organisation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Able to prioritise
• Applied knowledge
• Commercial and profit focus
• Conduct and communication skills