Solicitor - Public Sector Litigation - NQ to 1PQE - Edinburgh

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in providing litigation services to government departments, regulators, and other public bodies. You will handle high-profile, complex, and sensitive cases that directly shape public policy and impact communities across Scotland.

The areas of law are very wide however the core areas are:

• General litigation
• Personal injury
• Property damage
• Fatal Accident Inquiries including deaths in custody
• Health & safety
• Supporting BD initiatives

You will be responsible for:

• Manage a varied caseload of public sector litigation, including statutory appeals, regulatory enforcement, civil claims, and inquiries.
• Provide clear, robust, and timely legal advice to clients across the public sector.
• Draft pleadings, legal submissions, and advisory notes.
• Represent clients before the Scottish courts and tribunals.
• Support senior colleagues in complex cases and contribute to team development.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure legal risk is effectively managed.

What you will need to succeed:

• Qualified Solicitor in Scotland with experience in litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish civil procedure and public law.
• Experience advising or acting for public bodies is highly desirable.
• Excellent drafting, research, and advocacy skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to public service values, integrity, and ethical practice.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A supportive and collaborative team culture and work environment
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• On-going career development and progression opportunities.
• The chance to work on cases of national importance and public interest.

Anderson Strathern is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and to the development of a diverse workforce.