As a Legal Director in Construction, you will lead complex non-contentious matters for developers, contractors and corporates across Scotland, the UK, and beyond. You’ll draft and negotiate construction contracts, oversee procurement, and coordinate project management on infrastructure, energy, and process plant projects. You’ll join a highly organized, client‑focussed team within a national/international firm, contributing to a growing construction practice. This role offers leadership opportunities and cross‑border exposure in a supportive environment.
Pay / Benefits
highly competitive salary and benefits package
remote working
unknown (location flexibility)
Responsibilities
Lead non-contentious construction matters for a range of clients (developers, contractors, corporates)
Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and related procurement
Coordinate project management and contract administration across infrastructure, energy and process plant sectors
Support cross‑border work across Scotland, the wider UK and overseas
Collaborate with private and public sector clients to shape transaction strategies
Contribute to the development and growth of the construction practice in the firm
Provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members
Key requirements
Senior level experience in transactional construction (Senior Associate, Managing Associate or Legal Director)
Background in private practice or in-house environment
Organised and client-focused with a genuine passion for construction law
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