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Non Contentious Construction Associate
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Non Contentious Construction Associate
Non-Contentious Construction Associate (2-5 PQE) Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow Firm: L500 Ranked Construction Team | Two Leading Partners | Global Platform Salary: Generous Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
The Role & The Work Join an L500 ranked Construction team led by two highly regarded Partners, working on some of the most complex and high-value projects across the UK and internationally.
The work is high-quality, varied and genuinely career-defining for you in the Construction space. You will be part of a truly integrated, UK-wide team, working across real estate development, energy, transport and infrastructure, advising a broad client base including developers, funders, contractors and global investors.
From large-scale development projects to major energy and infrastructure transactions, you will advise on non-contentious construction matters at the forefront of the market, gaining exposure to both domestic and international work. You’ll be involved in drafting and negotiating construction contracts, consultant appointments and project documentation, while developing a strong commercial understanding of how major projects are structured and delivered.
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You will be given the opportunity to run your own matters, build client relationships and take ownership of your work early, while also benefiting from the support of a highly collaborative and well-resourced team. The environment strikes the balance perfectly, high-performing but genuinely supportive.
Working closely with two highly regarded Partners and a standout Construction team, you’ll gain hands-on exposure, mentoring and insight that will accelerate your development and position you strongly for the next stage of your career.
Your Experience Scottish Qualified Solicitor (2-5 PQE) Experience in non-contentious construction Familiarity with construction contracts, consultant appointments and warranties Interest in real estate, energy or infrastructure sectors Strong drafting skills and commercial awareness Confident communicator with a collaborative approach
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Why This Role? Join an L500 ranked Construction team with a strong market reputation Work directly with two Leading Partners in the field Exposure to high-value UK and international projects Broad sector experience across real estate, energy and infrastructure Early responsibility and opportunity to build client relationships Supportive, collaborative and high-performing team culture Clear progression pathways and excellent development support Generous salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits
If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott on 0131 460 7747 or tilly@jmc-legal.com for a confidential discussion.
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