Overview
As a Senior Lawyer in Contracts & Commercial, you will support the Council’s capital projects and provide expert advice on contract law, procurement and subsidy control. You will work across directorates on high-value, complex contracts and governance matters, helping shape major redevelopment and housing initiatives. You’ll join a friendly, collaborative team and have opportunities to develop management and leadership skills. This role offers flexible working, pension benefits and a strong focus on delivering impactful public projects.
Pay / Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Salary sacrifice for Additional Voluntary Contributions
- 25 days annual leave rising to 30
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programme
- Comprehensive staff benefits package with discounts
Responsibilities
- Support Council capital projects teams across high-profile redevelopment initiatives
- Handle day-to-day contractual matters and advise on complex, high-value contracts
- Provide expertise in procurement and subsidy control
- Identify risk and support governance and decision-making processes
- Collaborate with directorates to enable delivery of public projects
Key requirements
- Qualified solicitor with extensive Contracts & Commercial experience
- Experience in major projects work or high-value contracts is highly regarded
- Open to candidates with relevant public or private sector background
- ambitious
- innovative
- team-oriented
- contract law
- procurement
- subsidy control
Senior Lawyer - Contracts & Commercial in Leeds employer: Leeds City Council
Leeds City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and community engagement. With a competitive salary, generous pension contributions, and a commitment to diversity, employees can thrive in a role that not only enhances their career but also contributes positively to the local environment and community well-being.
