Non-Contentious Construction Solicitor

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:

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

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  Demonstrate appropriate legal knowledge and technical expertise.
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  Provide technical advice to colleagues.
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  Produce effective drafts with minimal guidance.
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  Present legal information in an understandable format with minimal guidance.
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  Generate and implement new ideas in specialist areas.

Business/Work Management

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  Identify strategies to manage work to meet objectives within agreed timescales and budgets.
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  Keep clients and colleagues up-to-date with the latest developments.
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  Implement improvements in working methods.
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  Prepare for and attend meetings.
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  Make effective use of the firm's information management systems and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.
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  Comply with all firm policies and procedures, including financial.
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  Demonstrate effective time management.

Business Development

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  Develop an understanding of market forces affecting clients, identifying trends and opportunities for business development.
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  Develop effective solutions for clients with minimal guidance.
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  Build relationships with key clients and demonstrate awareness of client care issues.
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  Provide feedback to partners/associates.
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  Assist in assessing work scope and fees within the team.
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  Participate in marketing activities.
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  Demonstrate effective presentation and writing skills.
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  Implement cross-selling opportunities.
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  Utilise knowledge as a marketing tool (e.g., eBulletin articles, client seminars, etc.).

People Management

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  Develop an effective personal presence with partners and colleagues.
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  Delegate work effectively to both fee-earning and non-fee-earning staff, including setting objectives and providing feedback.
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  Supervise work effectively and understand team expectations for transactions.
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  Conduct well-prepared and presented training sessions.
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  Interact positively with colleagues in other sections.
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  Develop leadership skills in client work and management.

Ethics, Professionalism, and Judgment

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  Recognise ethical issues and address them with the appropriate person.
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  Apply relevant professional conduct principles and seek assistance when necessary.
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  Respect diversity and act fairly and inclusively.
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  Acknowledge mistakes and take appropriate action.
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  Seek expert advice when needed and make effective use of feedback, guidance, and support.

Firm Contribution

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  Contribute to the development of the team's operational goals.
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  Understand the relationship between strategic and operational management.
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  Participate in extra practice events to support firm development.
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  Contribute to the firm's Knowledge Management goals.
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  Undertake any other reasonable duties as specified by the Partners.

This is a 50% Hybrid role