At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on commercial contracts and public procurement for a local authority.
- Company: Join a dynamic local authority in Berkshire with a supportive legal team.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Ideal for proactive lawyers seeking growth in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting projects while working remotely and flexibly.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with experience in contracts and procurement law.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts & Procurement Lawyer to join a local authority on a locum basis. The local authority is based in the Berkshire area.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional with a strong background in commercial contracts and public procurement to support a busy legal team.
You will be responsible for providing legal advice and support across a broad range of contractual and procurement matters, including:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Advising on public procurement and tendering processes
- Supporting departments on procurement strategy and compliance
- Providing pragmatic legal advice on contractual risk and governance matters
- Assisting with procurement challenges and complex commercial projects where required
Key Details
- Locum assignment
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Predominantly remote/home-based working
- Occasional office attendance required for in-person client meetings and business needs
Candidate Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEx
- Significant experience in contracts and procurement law
- Strong knowledge of public sector procurement and commercial contracts
- Ability to manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision
- Excellent stakeholder management and advisory skills
- Previous local government experience is highly desirable
- Experience advising on complex procurement projects within the public sector would be advantageous
This role would suit a confident and proactive lawyer who can provide high-quality legal support while working largely remotely.
Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually.
If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.
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