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A leading law firm is currently recruiting for a Solicitor to join their non-contentious construction team. The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years' relevant experience in the non-contentious construction sector. This role offers flexibility and can be based in either the Edinburgh or Glasgow office.
The team focuses on:

The construction aspects of major property developments and regeneration projects, including development agreements, building contracts, bonds, guarantees, and professional appointments.

Significant engineering projects, particularly in the energy sector, including onshore wind, hydro, battery storage, solar, tidal/wave, etc. Projects are located throughout the UK.
Clients include developers, contractors, public sector bodies, funders, and consultants.

The Role:

Technical/Legal Skills

Demonstrate appropriate legal knowledge and technical expertise.

Provide technical advice to colleagues.

Produce effective drafts with minimal guidance.

Present legal information in an understandable format with minimal guidance.

Generate and implement new ideas in specialist areas.
Business/Work Management

Identify strategies to manage work to meet objectives within agreed timescales and budgets.

Keep clients and colleagues up-to-date with the latest developments.

Implement improvements in working methods.

Prepare for and attend meetings.

Make effective use of the firm's information management systems and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Comply with all firm policies and procedures, including financial.

Demonstrate effective time management.
Business Development

Develop an understanding of market forces affecting clients, identifying trends and opportunities for business development.

Develop effective solutions for clients with minimal guidance.

Build relationships with key clients and demonstrate awareness of client care issues.

Provide feedback to partners/associates.

Assist in assessing work scope and fees within the team.

Participate in marketing activities.

Demonstrate effective presentation and writing skills.

Implement cross-selling opportunities.

Utilise knowledge as a marketing tool (e.g., eBulletin articles, client seminars, etc.).
People Management

Develop an effective personal presence with partners and colleagues.

Delegate work effectively to both fee-earning and non-fee-earning staff, including setting objectives and providing feedback.

Supervise work effectively and understand team expectations for transactions.

Conduct well-prepared and presented training sessions.

Interact positively with colleagues in other sections.

Develop leadership skills in client work and management.
Ethics, Professionalism, and Judgment

Recognise ethical issues and address them with the appropriate person.

Apply relevant professional conduct principles and seek assistance when necessary.

Respect diversity and act fairly and inclusively.

Acknowledge mistakes and take appropriate action.

Seek expert advice when needed and make effective use of feedback, guidance, and support.
Firm Contribution

Contribute to the development of the team's operational goals.

Understand the relationship between strategic and operational management.

Participate in extra practice events to support firm development.

Contribute to the firm's Knowledge Management goals.

Undertake any other reasonable duties as specified by the Partners.

This is a 50% Hybrid role