Public Procurement and State aid Lawyer

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We are seeking a lawyer with 3-5 years PQE specializing in public procurement and State aid/subsidy control law to join our Competition, EU and Trade (\”CEUT\”) group, based in any UK office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, and the Procurement Act 2023.
• Develop knowledge of UK subsidy control and EU State aid.
• Work in procurement law, UK subsidy control, EU State aid, and trade law.
• Apply a risk-based approach in advising on complex legal areas.
• Engage in business development and demonstrate commercial awareness.
• Collaborate closely with the wider CEUT group and contribute to firm growth.

Candidate Profile:

• Strong research skills and understanding of procurement law complexities.
• Team player with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Academic excellence and a client-focused approach.
• Enthusiasm for innovation and business development.

About the Team and Firm:

The CEUT group, led by Dr. Totis Kotsonis, advises both private and public sector clients across competition, subsidy control, and trade law, with a presence in the UK, Germany, Ireland, South Africa, and Hong Kong. Pinsent Masons is a globally recognized law firm with a commitment to diversity, innovation, and high-quality legal services.

Recent Projects Include:

• Advising the Ministry of Justice on procurement for prison services.
• Handling a public procurement dispute in the High Court for an international rail client.
• Supporting nuclear project procurements.
• Legal challenges related to government subsidies and procurement processes.

Additional Information:

We value diversity and inclusion, offering flexible working arrangements. Applications should be submitted via our recruitment portal. For further details, contact our Lateral Recruitment Advisor, Steffy Lam, at or via LinkedIn .

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