We are trusted and respected legal and tax planning experts and our approach to providing a personal, discreet and tailored service is key to our success since the firm was established in 1997.

The Firm acts on behalf of individuals, entrepreneurs, landowners and works with charities, philanthropists, and trustees to guide and manage complex legal and financial affairs on their behalf. Our values make our clients feel looked after.

With a close-knit team of around 250 colleagues and 26 Partners across offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London, Turcan Connell’s comprehensive service covers everything required for efficient tax, estate and succession planning as well as advice on the many aspects of land and property management and transactional activity. We also handle the complexities of divorce and family law, employment law and dispute resolution advice and provide a range of business law services to our clients.

Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a solicitor with a minimum of two to three years post-qualified experience in residential property to join one of our Land & Property teams on a full-time basis. Dual qualified candidates will be considered, and dual qualification would be advantageous, but Scottish qualification is essential.

The role will be based principally in our Edinburgh office, although we support a hybrid working approach.

Our team advises on a full range of residential property matters, including sales, purchases, transfers of title, re-financing transactions and related advisory work. The focus is on delivering high-quality, relationship-driven advice, ensuring the service provided to clients is tailored to their individual circumstances, timescales and objectives.

You will have experience in managing a full caseload, independently focusing on Scottish residential transactions. The role will also involve working closely with our English & Welsh property team and supporting clients with cross-border property matters. The successful candidate will help develop and strengthen an established referral network, while ensuring clients receive a seamless and consistent service.

Consideration will also be given to a residential property paralegal, who has obtained the Residential Conveyancing paralegal qualification and has at least two to three years relevant residential conveyancing experience.

In providing advice to clients, you will work with other colleagues in land and property, tax and succession, business law, charity law, family law, employment law and litigation to ensure that fully integrated holistic advice is given to our clients.

As you will become a trusted adviser and sounding board to your clients, you will need to have an interest in people and their affairs and will act with discretion and empathy.

Skills/Qualifications

You will be a strong team player, with sound practical property law experience, a proactive approach and the confidence to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You will be self-sufficient, commercially aware and able to handle a wide variety of challenging work with minimum supervision.

Strong organisation and confident communication skills are essential, along with strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on own initiative.

A high level of discretion and confidentiality is a requirement of this role as you will be exposed to sensitive information.

You will have curiosity and enthusiasm to develop your technical skills and support the development of colleagues, progressing your career in a collegiate and supportive environment, while working alongside recognised experts and advising a loyal and high-quality client base.

Turcan Connell will provide you with the opportunity to build on your career and realise your ambitions in an environment with an unrivalled reputation, and a commitment to our colleagues as individuals. We invest in the development of our talent and provide outstanding training opportunities within a congenial working environment. We have a very strong team across the Firm, and many of our colleagues have chosen to invest their whole career at the Firm. Through living our Firm’s values, we make you feel looked after throughout your career with us.

Application Process

If you are interested in applying, please complete the application form and upload your CV at https://turcanconnell.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/123

Privacy Statement: By applying and submitting an application for a position within Turcan Connell, applicants’ information will be held by the Firm for the purpose for which it was collected. All applications will be deleted following a period of twelve months.

We are trusted and respected legal and tax planning experts and our approach to providing a personal, discreet and tailored service is key to our success since the firm was established in 1997.

The Firm acts on behalf of individuals, entrepreneurs, landowners and works with charities, philanthropists, and trustees to guide and manage complex legal and financial affairs on their behalf. Our values make our clients feel looked after. 

With a close-knit team of around 250 colleagues including 26 Partners across offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London, Turcan Connell’s comprehensive service covers everything required for efficient tax, estate and succession planning as well as advice on the many aspects of land and property management and transactional activity. We also handle the complexities of divorce and family law, employment law and dispute resolution advice and provide a range of business law services to our clients.

Opportunity

We have a rewarding opportunity for a fulltime solicitor to join one of our Tax & Succession teams which specialises in advice to landed estates, rural businesses and high-net worth families with complex ownership and asset structuring arrangements.

Ideally individuals will be Scottish qualified with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in this area of work. However, we are also interested in hearing from solicitors who are qualified in England & Wales, as well as from professionals in the tax advisory sector with a similar level of experience who may not have legal qualifications but will be familiar with the tax and succession issues facing our clients. 

The role will principally be based in our Edinburgh office although we support a hybrid working approach.

Our tax and succession specialists advise individuals and families on all aspects of estate planning including succession planning, trusts and asset protection for high-net-worth families, as well as dealing with the administration of estates and drafting relevant legal documents for their affairs.

In providing advice to clients, you will work with other tax and succession, land and property, business law, charity law, family law, employment law and litigation experts to ensure that fully integrated holistic advice is given to our clients.

As you will become a trusted adviser and sounding board to your clients, you will need to have an interest in people and their affairs, and will act with discretion and empathy. 

Skills/Qualifications

In order to be successful, you will be a strong team player with sound practical and technical experience. You will have curiosity and enthusiasm to develop your technical skills and progress your career in a collegiate and supportive environment with technical excellence and high-quality loyal clients.

You will be a full STEP member or have commenced STEP studies with a view to full STEP membership on completion. Depending on other professional qualifications and experience, candidates who are not members of STEP should be willing to complete the STEP diploma (which will be funded by Turcan Connell).

You will be proactive, diligent, commercially aware and able to handle a wide variety of challenging work with minimum supervision whilst exercising reasoned judgment.

Turcan Connell will provide you with the opportunity to build on your career and realise your ambitions in an environment with an unrivalled reputation, and a commitment to our colleagues as individuals. We invest in the development of our talent and provide outstanding training opportunities within a congenial working environment. We have a very strong team across the Firm, and many of our colleagues have chosen to invest their whole career at the Firm. Through living our Firm’s values, we want to make you feel looked after.

Application Process

If you are interested in applying, please complete the application form and upload your CV at https://turcanconnell.livevacancies.co.uk/#/applicant/122

Privacy Statement: By applying and submitting an application for a position within Turcan Connell, applicants information will be held by the Firm for the purpose for which it was collected. All applications will be deleted following a period of twelve months.

Medical Protection Society is at the forefront of protecting the careers, reputations and financial wellbeing of our members worldwide. As an International Claims Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality, efficient, and trusted claims handling service across a diverse global portfolio.

This is a dynamic and challenging opportunity to manage claims across jurisdictions including South East Asia and the Caribbean, where legal systems often present unique cultural, procedural and operational nuances. You will work on a varied caseload, ranging from complex, high-value litigation to lower-value matters where cost control is critical.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy international exposure, and are confident managing complex clinical negligence claims while working closely with panel firms, this role offers a genuinely rewarding career path.

A Day in the Life of an International Claims Manager – One of our International Case Managers set out what to expect from the role

“No two days are ever the same.”

As a Claims Manager in the international team, you’ll manage cases spanning jurisdictions such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and the Caribbean, alongside occasional claims from more remote territories like Gibraltar or the Falkland Islands.

Your day might start reviewing updates from panel firms across different time zones – some arriving overnight – before prioritising urgent developments. In Malaysia, for example, cases can move quickly with settlements often reached close to trial, requiring rapid decision-making and sharp prioritisation skills.

You’ll work across a broad spectrum of claims, from lower value matters where cost efficiency is key, to high-value, complex litigation that may reach the highest courts and attract media attention. Many cases involve unique legal or cultural considerations, such as:

• Navigating unfamiliar heads of loss or local legal nuances
• Managing expectations around mediation, which is more prevalent in parts of Asia
• Identifying suitable experts in smaller jurisdictions where professional circles are tight
• Addressing challenges such as differing healthcare systems or financial constraints of institutions
• Throughout the day, you’ll liaise closely with international panel firms; building relationships, challenging strategy where necessary, and ensuring claims are progressing effectively. You may also attend (virtually or in person) mediations or stakeholder meetings.

The role demands agility: you could be responding to urgent requests, dealing with time zone differences, or adapting to unexpected developments such as delays, procedural hurdles, or even external disruptions in certain regions.

Despite the challenges, the role offers exceptional variety, international exposure, and the opportunity to work on genuinely interesting and complex cases. Collaboration is key, and regular engagement with colleagues and panel firms ensures continuous learning and insight into emerging trends globally.

Above all, it’s a role where your expertise directly supports and protects members, making a meaningful difference every day.

For more information and to apply click here

Contract Type - Permanent

Location - Dumfries/Hybrid

Salary - £54,699 - £58,923

Hours per week: 36

Weeks per year: 52

Closing date: 10 August 2026

Interview date: 17 / 18 August 2026

Following a significant review and reorganisation, the Council’s Legal Service is entering into its final phase of growth and implementation and is therefore looking to appoint a talented litigation solicitor to join our established highly regarded team.

The role offers the chance to work at the heart of the organisation managing a diverse range of complex and high profile matters. The successful candidate will undertake a varied and challenging workload across litigation, investigations, reviews, regulatory matters, information governance and committee support. In addition, you will provide legal advice and support to key Council services, including education, health and social care, environmental and licensing services, employment matters, and general commercial litigation.

Working closely with senior officers, elected members and stakeholders across a range of jurisdictions, you will play a key role in supporting decision-making at the highest level of the organisation. This is a fast-paced and rewarding environment where no two days are the same.

We are looking for a lawyer with strong litigation experience, excellent legal judgement and the ability to navigate complex and sensitive issues with confidence.  You will combine technical expertise with political awareness, sound decision-making skills and the resilience to thrive in a demanding and varied role.

Dumfries and Galloway Council has modernised its ways of working, through our Smarter Working Policy. Legal Services operates a hybrid working model, providing a balance of office-based collaboration and home working.

We welcome applications from solicitors with experience in local government or other statutory advisory environments. We would also be delighted to hear from candidates with a strong interest in public sector law and a genuine enthusiasm for developing their expertise within local government practice.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of public services while developing your career within a supportive, forward-thinking legal team.

The successful post holder must:

• Hold a degree in Scots Law and Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. 
• Be admitted as a solicitor by the Law Society of Scotland and hold a current unrestricted Practising Certificate.

Requirements

Have a good working knowledge of Scots Law.

The post holder will require to hold / undergo PVG registration.

Have good knowledge of current and impending legislation and practice areas, and an understanding of the impacts on the public sector.

Have knowledge and experience of delivering legal advice in the Local Government/Public Sector.

Good experience of providing support and advice with minimal supervision in one or more of the following areas of Law:

• Court and Tribunal
• Social Work
• Education
• Licensing
• Employment
• Environmental Health / Trading Standards
• Governance and/or
• other public sector matters

Expertise or a willingness to develop expertise in Social Work law, education, licensing and/or environmental matters is highly desirable for this position.

General litigation and representation experience, providing support and advice with minimal supervision.

Experience of supporting clients/employers to develop policies/strategies.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage varied and challenged workload

Effective time-management skills and prioritisation

Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft packages – Outlook, Word, case/file management systems etc.

Drafting and negotiation skills

Legal Research skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a Team.

Self-confident and self-motivated.

Fostering client relationships and good resolutions.

Able to form productive working relations with various Council officials, elected members, and external solicitors.

Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs and demands of the service.

Appreciation, acceptance of and a commitment to the importance of confidentiality.

Ability to work from home.

Ability to attend Court/Council offices at short notice.

Some knowledge/experience of the following is desirable:

Experience of operating within a political regime.

Understanding of local and national strategies and impacts on local government services.

Experience of supporting committees, sub-committees and other Council led bodies/partnerships.

Disclosure

If successful, you may be required to undertake a PGV/Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post. If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

Link to apply: Solicitor - DGA13517 | Dumfries and Galloway Council | myjobscotland

For further information please contact:

Jacqueline Holland

Governance and Assurance Manager

Tel: 07920 071064

Email: Jacqueline.Holland@dumgal.gov.uk

1-3 years’ PQE

We’re looking for an experienced solicitor to join our highly acclaimed Commercial Dispute Resolution team, based in our Glasgow office. We would welcome applications from solicitors with between one and three 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, 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, including contract litigation; professional negligence, company disputes, banking and financial services litigation, IP disputes, contentious private client matters, contentious construction and engineering projects, but with a primary focus on property disputes.

When not undertaking client advisory work, we will support you in building your reputation, along with the firm’s, 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 interpersonal 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 rona.cargill@harpermacleod.co.uk

Harper Macleod LLP is committed to promoting equal opportunities and developing a diverse workforce.

Fife House, Glenrothes
£47,604.34 - £57,196.54
Temporary for 1 year

Fife Council’s Litigation Team is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated solicitor to provide legal support to Fife Council in litigation matters, including child protection, permanence, adults with incapacity, adult support and protection, mental health, education, housing, debt recovery and employment.

You will be part of the Litigation Team who undertake a range of litigation services to client services across the council, responsible for managing your own case load and representing the council in a variety of matters.

The Property and Contracts Team is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed solicitor to provide legal support in property matters, including conveyancing, commercial leasing, compulsory purchase orders, procurement and Common Good.

The team also covers, freedom of information, contracts, public procurement and data protection to assist the council in delivering the aims in Plan4Fife. There will be opportunities and support to apply any existing knowledge or experience, or to develop new skills, in these areas.
The two temporary posts are for a period of 12 months each to cover maternity leave.

Both roles provide an excellent opportunity to combine a fulfilling and challenging role within a supportive team environment whilst gaining experience of the workings of local government and its legal affairs.

As a progressive employer, we offer a “blended working” arrangement with home-working opportunities and occasional office-working as required. While the significant part of the role can and will be carried out remotely, candidates should be able to travel to and attend office locations, meetings, court and Tribunal appearances as required.

These posts are ideally suited to candidates with experience in general Litigation (with a particular interest in employment law) and/or with experience in conveyancing and general property matters. Experience in all the above areas is not essential, but a willingness to develop in those areas would be highly desirable.

You should hold a Law Degree (LLB) and a Diploma in Legal Practice or an equivalent. You also should be a qualified solicitor holding, or eligible to hold, an unrestricted Practicing Certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland, be able to work under limited supervision with well-developed communication and IT skills.

For further information please contact: Kerry McLaren (Kerry.McLaren@fife.gov.uk) and Philip Blair (Philip.Blair@fife.gov.uk)

Closing Date: Thursday 13 August 2026.
Proposed Interview Date: Monday 31 August 2026.

Apply here

Our market leading Employment, Pensions and Immigration team advises employers across the UK on all aspects of employment, pensions and immigration law. Our clients are some of the UK’s largest and best known employers. We believe that the quality of our clients and strength of our relationships with our clients speaks volumes about the quality of the service we provide.

We are currently recruiting for a Professional Support Lawyer to join our HR Rely team.

This role will be closely aligned to HR Rely, our flagship product, which provides fixed fee employment, HR and advisory support for employers.

As an integral member of the HR Rely team, your key responsibilities will include:

• Updating the HR Rely Website with the latest employment law developments to ensure clients have access to accurate and up-to-date information.
• Updating and maintaining our employment document library with minimal supervision.
• Developing client-facing tools and training programs to improve the quality of service provided to clients.
• Staying informed about employment law trends and maximising current awareness updates to proactively address potential legal issues.
• Creating and maintaining best practice guides and knowledge resources to support the team in delivering high-quality legal advice.
• Proactively seek ways to help our lawyers be more efficient.
• Bringing any ideas to Product & Innovation and Business Change – e.g. how new technology may be harnessed and leveraged for benefit. How processes might need to be adapted.
• Write and edit guidance notes, precedents, checklists and provide practical advice to employment lawyers.
• Attend external meetings and events as appropriate and maintain personal professional development.
• Supporting on a wide range of projects as and when required.
• Delivering training and some limited legal work to achieve a modest financial target.

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications and skills:

Proven experience as an Employment lawyer with a strong background in Employment Law.

Excellent drafting, research, and communication skills with keen attention to detail.
Ability to write about, present and train others in relation to legal developments, including case law, legislation and procedural changes
A high level of interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with a range of people to deliver results.
A pragmatic and commercial approach to legal problem-solving.
Proven ability to juggle demands and resources with various requirements and priorities
Good time management, organisation and IT skills.
An entrepreneurial mindset - looking for opportunities to sell bolt-on services (eg training) to our existing HRR clients.

Working alongside the ever-growing HR Rely team you will be at the forefront of our business and future development. Our HR Rely service, a fixed fee employment law service, grants clients access to a dedicated team of experts addressing all employment and HR requirements. We offer ‘bolt-on’ services to tailor our support offerings for a personalised experience within many sectors including manufacturing, retail, utilities, professional services, hospitality and education.

About You

You will have previous experience and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work.
We also require you to have/be:

. Experienced Employment lawyer requiring minimal supervision
. Passionate about keeping abreast of legal developments
. Enjoy presenting/training both to colleagues and clients
. Looking for opportunities to sell additional services (such as training) to existing clients
. Team player
. Excellent communicator - both oral and written
. Attention to detail

If you meet our criteria and think this is a job where you could bring enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn, then we look forward to receiving your application.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates are encouraged to reach out directly. For inquiries or more details, feel free to contact us. Our recruitment team members are here to assist.

Why work for us

Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter. 

Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities.

Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain’s Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.

Join Weightmans as we continue our journey to becoming one of the UK’s top 30 law firms.

Why work for us? Take a look: Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer | Weightmans

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Work for a firm where people matter – work for Weightmans

Curious about what is it like to work at our firm? Visit our Life at Weightmans page for insights into our employee initiatives, responsible business commitments and much more!

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Payment £334 per mediation (to include a meeting of up to three hours’ duration, all necessary preparation work and completion of the relevant paperwork post-mediation) Reasonably incurred travel expenses/time will also be paid

Closing date: 3 August 2026 (midnight)

Location The majority of mediations are online, but candidates should be able to travel as required if an in -person mediation is required.

Working Pattern Flexible/as required (but with a willingness to commit to a minimum of 12 mediations per year)

A bit about the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission (SLCC)

The SLCC are an equal opportunities employer and we’re open on both professional and work experience. We want to build a diverse team, so would positively encourage applications from all candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, pregnancy or maternity.

Are you an experienced mediator looking for flexible, meaningful work that makes a tangible difference?

The Scottish Legal Complaints Commission (SLCC) is seeking skilled mediators to join our independent panel, helping to resolve disputes between legal practitioners and complainers at an early stage. Our mediation service is recognised as a leading example of best practice in Scotland, offering you the opportunity to work on varied and impactful cases.

How you can help us

As a panel mediator, you will independently facilitate mediations on behalf of the SLCC. These are typically early-stage disputes relating to legal services, where your expertise will help parties reach fair and constructive outcomes.

Mediations are allocated on a flexible, as-needed basis and offered by email. We are looking for panel members who can commit to taking on work regularly (typically at least once per month) to support service delivery.

The vast majority of mediations are conducted remotely, although there is potential for occasional in-person sessions across Scotland. Flexibility to travel when required is desirable.

You can find out more about mediation from Morag, one of our mediators, in a video on our website here.

More about you

We’re looking for confident, self-reliant mediators who are comfortable working independently and managing the full mediation process.

You will:

• Be a qualified mediator with at least two years’ practical experience
• Be on the Scottish Mediation Register (or willing to join at your own cost)
• Be confident managing mediations solo

While you will not be practising as a legal professional in this role, an understanding of legal processes would be advantageous.

We will provide training on SLCC procedures and policies, but you will bring your core mediation expertise.

Interested?

If you’re interested in joining a respected national panel and contributing to high-quality dispute resolution across Scotland, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a short covering letter (maximum 300 words) outlining your experience and interest in the role by midnight on Monday 3 August 2026.

We also ask that you include details of your mediator training, recent CPD and a brief summary of your recent caseload. This can be included in your CV or as an appendix to your covering letter.

Interviews will be held on 2 September 2026 and 3 September 2026. Please note that if your application is unsuccessful at the sifting stage, the SLCC cannot provide feedback on individual applications. 

To find out more and how to apply please see Mediator (Independent SLCC Panel) | Scottish Legal Complaints Commission

United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Job Description
Job title: Senior Solicitor | Grade: 7 | Employment type: permanent | Hours: full time (35 hrs per week) | Starting salary: £61,820 p/a | Directorate: Client Legal Services | Department: Public Defence Solicitors’ Office (PDSO) | Location: PDSO Network | Closing date: 9 August 2026 (midnight)

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Solicitor to support the Public Defence Solicitors’ Office (PDSO) network by delivering high-quality, ethical and independent criminal legal defence services across Scotland.

Working as both a nominated and duty solicitor, you will provide advice and representation to clients involved in criminal investigations or proceedings, including at police stations and in summary and solemn courts. You will apply specialist knowledge of Scots criminal law, criminal procedure, advocacy and legal aid to ensure services are delivered without fear or favour.

This role is based flexibly within our PDSO network and can be located at any of our eight PDSO offices, but the successful solicitor will be expected to support the PDSO network across Scotland as required. Location will be variable and dependant on the business need of each office. Given the nature of this role, there will be a requirement for travel to various locations and there will be an element of home-based working when not required for court or other business.

Key responsibilities include:

• advising and representing clients in criminal investigations and proceedings
• acting as nominated and duty solicitor in courts and police stations
• applying PDSO procedures and Codes of Practice effectively
• building and maintaining a local client base
• representing PDSO with external partners
• supporting the wider PDSO network as required
• contributing to staff training and development
• mentoring solicitors and supporting caseload management.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• enrolment as a solicitor with a Law Society of Scotland practising certificate
• strong knowledge of criminal justice and legal aid
• experience practising Scots criminal law in court
• experience advising suspects in police detention
• specialist knowledge of criminal law, procedure and advocacy
• excellent communication, judgement and decision-making skills
• strong planning, organisation and prioritisation skills
• a self-motivated, flexible and pragmatic approach
• ability to mentor and coach colleagues
• a valid driving licence.

What we offer

• A meaningful role where your work makes a real impact
• A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven working environment
• Opportunities for learning and professional development
• Flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance
• A competitive salary and benefits package, including pension contributions
• Generous annual leave entitlement (34 days, rising to 42 days after two years’ service)
• Enhanced family-friendly leave entitlements
• Access to wellbeing support, mental health support and an employee assistance programme
• Access to a wide range of discounts (including gym and retail) and the Cycle to Work scheme through our partner, Edenred.
• For more details about this role and a full list of essential criteria and required competencies, please see the Job Description. 
• Completed applications should be returned by Sunday, 9 August 2026.

About Us

The Public Defence Solicitors’ Office (PDSO) is a national network of publicly employed solicitors, providing high-quality criminal legal assistance across Scotland. Established in 1998, we operate as a direct service of the Scottish Legal Aid Board, offering expert advice and representation to clients eligible for criminal legal aid. Our experienced team supports individuals facing summary and solemn cases at all levels, representing them in some of Scotland’s busiest courts.

For more information, visit www.pdso.org.uk.

The Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB) plays a vital role in ensuring access to justice for all individuals in Scotland. As a non-departmental public body, SLAB operates independently but is accountable to the Scottish Government. Our mission is simple: to provide essential legal support to those who need it most, ensuring fair access to justice for all.

We manage and continually improve the delivery of publicly funded legal assistance and provide strategic advice to Scottish Ministers, shaping the future of legal aid in Scotland. In a dynamic and evolving legal landscape, our work is central to the functioning of the justice system, supporting the courts and helping people navigate complex legal matters.

At SLAB, we believe in the power of a diverse, talented workforce. We employ individuals from all backgrounds, bringing a range of skills and experiences to our workforce. Every role, whether directly interacting with the public or providing behind-the-scenes support, makes a meaningful impact on people’s lives.

We offer an inclusive, supportive work environment with a comprehensive employment package. To learn more about working with SLAB and the benefits we offer, please visit www.slab.org.uk/recruitment/working-for-us.

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to being fair, inclusive and a place where all belong.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people.

We will ensure that the disclosure of disability status will not negatively impact anyone’s application. Where reasonable, we are committed to guaranteeing an interview to every applicant who indicates they have a disability, under the Equality Act 2010, and meets the minimum criteria for the role.

For further information on SLAB’s services, values, and how the legal aid system works, please visit www.slab.org.uk.

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Lawson, Coull & Duncan is a long-established and well-respected legal practice based in the heart of Dundee. We provide a broad range of legal services to clients throughout Scotland, and pride ourselves on delivering a friendly, professional and client-focused service.

We are seeking a Private Client Solicitor (minimum 1 year PQE) to join our busy and experienced team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and personable solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will undertake a varied and interesting caseload of private client matters, including:

    • Wills
    • Powers of Attorney
    • Executry administration
    • Tax and estate planning
    • General private client advisory work

The role offers extensive client contact and the opportunity to build strong, long-term relationships with clients. The successful candidate will be expected to take ownership of their files and ensure that every client receives the high standard of service and care for which our firm is known.

About You

We are looking for a solicitor who:

    • Has a minimum of 1 year PQE in private client work
    • Is friendly, approachable and client-focused
    • Enjoys working as part of a team
    • Is ambitious, driven and committed to achieving the best outcomes for clients
    • Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills
    • Takes pride in delivering exceptional client care

Career Development

We recognise the value of developing well-rounded practitioners. As such, private client solicitors will have the opportunity to gain experience in some residential conveyancing, allowing for broader career development and exposure to complementary areas of practice.

Location & Flexible Working

The position will be based at our Dundee office, although flexible and home-working arrangements can be discussed for the right candidate.

Benefits

    • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
    • Pension scheme
    • Flexible working options
    • Ongoing training and professional development
    • No time-recording requirements

If you are looking to join a friendly, established firm where client care is genuinely at the heart of what we do, we would be delighted to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: solicitors@lawsoncoull.co.uk

Lawson, Coull & Duncan
136–138 Nethergate
Dundee DD1 4PA

We’re recruiting legally qualified chairs for our Fitness to Practise hearings 

The Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) is looking to recruit approximately 12 legally qualified chairs for our Fitness to Practise Panel hearings, each to be available to sit for 15 to 30 days per year. 

This important role contributes to the work of SSSC, which is responsible for protecting and enhancing the safety and welfare of people who use social work, social care and children and young people services and maintaining public confidence in the social service workforce.

About the role

As chair, you will be part of a panel of three, including a social service and lay member. The panel makes decisions about workers’ fitness to practise. You will advise the panel on questions of law and chair the hearings to make sure the hearings are both legally compliant and fair. 

You will be expected to apply the Nine Principles of Public Life to your work and to be aware of trauma informed practice and in particular the Trauma Informed Justice Framework (https://www.nes.scot.nhs.uk/news/reducing-re-traumatisation-in-justice-system-new-approach-to-better-support-victims-and-witnesses/).

To be eligible for this role, you must currently be practising as a solicitor or advocate in Scotland and have extensive litigation experience in regulatory, civil or criminal law. 

Our hearings

Hearings are usually held online or at our offices in Dundee. On occasion, hearings may be held in other locations throughout Scotland. Chairs will be paid a daily rate of £600 (exclusive of VAT). You will be entitled to holiday pay and, if eligible, to enrolment in and contributions to a pension scheme. There will be no additional payment for travel or subsistence expenses in connection with hearings (although certain expenses will be authorised in relation to hearings taking place outwith Dundee).

The main type of hearings are temporary order hearings and impairment hearings. Temporary order hearings are generally one to two days long and we will give you three to five weeks’ notice. Impairment hearings are on average five to six days long, with two to three months’ notice.

Availability

Applicants should indicate in their application form whether they would be able to chair temporary order hearings, impairment hearings or both. Successful applicants will not be restricted in the type of hearing they can chair. The availability of successful applicants will influence the number of chairs we appoint from this recruitment. 

The overall time commitment varies depending on the number of hearings and the number and availability of chairs. Chairs need to be available for between 15 and 30 days each year. The appointment is for an initial period of two years with a potential for extension for up to a further five years.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, in particular Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, people with care experience and people with a disability.

How to apply

In order to apply for the post, please complete the form here and send a copy of your CV to panelmemberrecruitment@sssc.uk.com.

Job Description

Person Specification

Closing date for applications is 14 August 2026 at midnight.

It is anticipated that interviews will take place at our office in Dundee and at other locations as required between 21 September 2026 and 2 October 2026.  

It is anticipated that mandatory induction training will take place in person at our office in Dundee on 26 and 27 January 2027.

Questions

If you have any questions about this role, please email panelmemberrecruitment@sssc.uk.com.

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Our vision is: The legal rights of people in Fife are protected and represented through challenging inequality and injustice.

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To apply, please submit your CV, including details of current remuneration, together with a covering statement outlining your suitability for the post and email to:

Angela Clark – Business Manager angela.clark@fifelawcentre.co.uk from whom job description and person specification may be obtained.

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