Careers

At Watermans, we’re not set in our ways.
We strive to find the best and most efficient ways to help both our clients and our team, by making things as straightforward as possible. If you like the sound of this, you’re in the right place.

Conveyancing Paralegal Vacancy

The Short of it

Our team is looking to recruit a friendly, engaging, and supportive individual to join our conveyancing team as a conveyancing paralegal.

Our owner-led, forward-thinking firm is expanding, and there has never been a better or more exciting time to join us. We aren’t set in our ways; we focus on making processes as straightforward as possible for our clients.

To apply for this position please submit your applications by following the link below – send us your CV, get creative with Google Slides or send us a video application – we look forward to hearing from you!

How to apply?

About you

Applicants for this position must share our drive to succeed – both personally and professionally. You will be solution-focused, with a desire to make the conveyancing process as straightforward as possible for our clients. You will value your relationships with colleagues and clients and have a willingness to learn.

At Watermans, we value individuality and a desire to work in a forward-thinking environment – which is why we welcome applications through traditional (and not so traditional!) means.

Send us your CV, get creative with Google Slides, send us a video application – we want to get to know you, so showcase your personality!

How to apply?

About the role

At Watermans, we always work with manageable caseloads to ensure the highest standard for our conveyancing clients. For us, it’s about quality, not quantity. As a conveyancing paralegal, you will manage your own caseload of files, from the start to the completion of the transaction.

We welcome applications from conveyancing paralegals with all ranges of experience, as we have a friendly and welcoming team who are always happy to provide support.

The salary for this position is competitive and based upon your previous experience. You will also have access to our company bonus scheme and private healthcare.

We offer a flexible, hybrid working scheme, and the opportunity to work from either our Edinburgh or Glasgow office.

To apply for this position, submit your application using the link below!

How to apply?

Head of Private Client Vacancy

The Short of it

We are seeking a new Head of Private Client to join our team at Watermans.

Are you tired of stuffy, old-fashioned law firms? We pride ourselves on being a point of difference in the industry, taking a modern and disruptive approach to providing legal services in Scotland.

If this sounds like you, submit your application for this position using the link below – we look forward to hearing from you!

How to apply?

About you

As Head of Private Client at Watermans, you will share our passion for making legal services as transparent and easy to understand as possible for our clients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, and strong leadership and management skills are essential as you oversee and develop the Private Client department.

To be considered for this position, you will have at least 3 years’ PQE in a Private Client role.

To apply for this position, please get in touch with us using the link below.

How to apply?

About the role

The position as Head of Private Client is a full-time, hybrid role.

In this role, you will be responsible for building and nurturing business relationships, as well as overseeing and developing the Private Client department.

The role is Edinburgh-based, with flexibility for some remote work.

You will also have access to our company bonus scheme and private healthcare.

Get in touch with us today by sending your application using the link below.

How to apply?

Dispute Resolution Solicitor Vacancy

The Short of it

Our team is growing!

We are recruiting for a Solicitor to join our Dispute Resolution team. This vacancy reflects our continued growth and success as Scotland’s modern, forward-thinking law firm.

The salary for this position is competitive, and we offer hybrid working options, access to our company bonus scheme and private healthcare.

To apply for this position, please send us your CV and cover letter by following the link below – we look forward to hearing from you!

How to apply?

About you

Ideal applicants for the role of Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution team must enjoy managing their own caseload, have an ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form, and possess strong negotiating skills in order to achieve the best results for their clients.

We welcome applications from candidates who have

  • prior experience in a litigation role, with a background in personal injury, road traffic accidents, employer liability or medical negligence.
  • sound knowledge of general insurance claims processes, legislation, and protocol
  • excellent communication and negotiation skills, in order to achieve favourable outcomes for clients
  • the ability to work as part of a team in a modern, growing law firm

To apply for this role, please email us your CV and cover letter by using the link below.

How to apply?

About the role

As a Dispute Resolution Solicitor, you will be responsible for your own high-volume caseload, and are required to attend Court as necessary.

Watermans strive to make legal services as straightforward as possible for everyone, and so the role will require timely and regular case updates for your clients, as well as negotiating with third party insurers and other legal professionals on their behalf.

The salary for this position is competitive, with access to our company bonus scheme and private healthcare. The candidate for this vacancy will have the opportunity to work from either our Edinburgh or Glasgow offices.

To apply for this position, please send us your CV and cover letter by following the link below – we look forward to hearing from you!

How to apply?

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Traineeships with Watermans

Applications for Legal Traineeships in 2024 with Watermans are now closed.

If you would like to be a Trainee with Watermans next year, applications will open in January 2025!

Find out more here!
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Working with Watermans

When you join the team at Watermans you can expect a supportive office atmosphere, hybrid and flexible working to fit your lifestyle and a commitment to invest in your talent.

Want to know more? Here’s what our team have to say.

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Watermans are your modern law firm and estate agency operating across Scotland with offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee.

We get results. But more than that, we’ve dedicated our business to uncomplicating the journey that gets us there.

Dealing with a solicitor should be a straightforward, transparent experience that resolves your situation. Too often that is not the case. Everything we do at Watermans is about getting you the resolution you need and making that process as easy as possible.

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Why choose us
About Watermans

About Watermans

The team at Watermans aims to get you the resolution you need and make the process as easy as possible.

Our Offices

Our Offices

We can service clients across Scotland and have offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee.

Our Partnerships

Our Partnerships

From charities to Fringe festival events, at Watermans we are keen to build communities with like-minded people and our partnerships are one of the ways that we do this.