Commercial Dispute Resolution Solicitor

Harper Macleod Inverness, Elgin 2+ years PQE We are looking for an experienced solicitor to join our highly acclaimed Commercial Dispute Resolution team to be based across our Inverness and Elgin offices. We would welcome applications from solicitors with at least 2 years’ post-qualifying experience in a dispute resolution environment. We act for clients in the Court of Session, in all Sheriff Courts and Tribunals across Scotland and in the UK Supreme Court. Despite our Scottish footprint, we are proud of our international outlook and reach, regularly acting in cross-border complex disputes in Scotland or supporting our clients in other jurisdictions. The role will be varied and challenging but always rewarding. You will be led by a cohort of partners within the team, each of whom are individually recognised in the Legal Directories by our clients and peers. You will advise domestic and international clients on contentious matters across the full range of specialisms practised by our team, including contract litigation, professional negligence, company disputes, banking and financial services litigation, IP disputes, contentious construction and engineering projects, but with a primary focus on property and contentious private client disputes. Harper Macleod’s Dispute Resolution team across our Elgin and Inverness offices forms part of the firm’s strong and long-established footprint across the north of Scotland, combining local insight with the depth and breadth of a national law firm. The team advises on a wide range of matters for private clients and businesses across the Highlands, Islands and Moray, working collaboratively to deliver practical, high quality legal solutions in a fast paced and supportive environment. When not undertaking client advisory work, we will support you in enhancing your reputation and that of Harper Macleod LLP through business development opportunities. You will join a collaborative and inclusive team, where support and encouragement for personal growth will pave the way for professional growth. You will be an organised, client-focussed team player with excellent inter-personal and technical skills and an attention to detail. You should be able to work confidently in a fast-moving environment and handle a diverse workload. Let your ambitions grow with ours At Harper Macleod, ambition is what drives us forward. We are a firm that cares about doing great work and making a real impact for our clients and for each other. We believe in progress, not standing still. That means sharing ideas, supporting growth and creating opportunities for everyone to shine. If you want to work somewhere that values curiosity and collaboration, you’ll feel right at home here. Our story so far includes recognition as Scotland’s Firm of the Year 2025, ESG Firm of the Year 2024 and a place in the Legal 500’s Green Guide for two years running. But we’re not done yet. The best is still to come. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, active colleague engagement, wellbeing, sustainability & CSR programmes and the opportunity to develop your career. If you’re ready to shape the future with us, we would love to hear from you Please send CVs to Rona Cargill, HR Director [email protected] Harper Macleod LLP is committed to promoting equal opportunities and developing a diverse workforce.

Advise domestic and international clients on a wide range of contentious matters, with a primary focus on property and private client disputes. Represent clients in the Court of Session, Sheriff Courts, Tribunals, and the UK Supreme Court while engaging in business development.

Requires a solicitor with at least 2 years of post-qualifying experience (PQE) in a dispute resolution environment. Candidates must be organized, client-focused team players with strong technical legal skills and the ability to handle a diverse workload.

• Competitive Salary • Benefits Package • Colleague Engagement • Wellbeing Programmes • Sustainability Programmes • CSR Programmes • Career Development Opportunities

• Attention to detailPreferred

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• Commercial Dispute Resolution
• Contract Litigation
• Professional Negligence
• Company Disputes
• Banking And Financial Services Litigation
• IP Disputes
• Contentious Construction
• Engineering Projects
• Property Disputes
• Contentious Private Client Disputes
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Legal Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attention To Detail
• Case Management

• Legal
• Consulting

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 12, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level