At a Glance
- Tasks: Draft and review high-value contracts while providing legal advice to a local authority.
- Company: Join a supportive County Council with a focus on growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave, and membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for career advancement and mentoring junior team members.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in public sector law from the comfort of your home.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with experience in public sector contracts.
Are you ready to apply? Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
Location: Remote Working
Salary: £55,700 - £62,500 (plus potential market supplement)
Full-time role (part-time working hours may be considered)
Permanent
Overview of the Senior Contracts Lawyer role:
Sellick Partnership is delighted to be partnered with a County Council in the home counties on the recruitment of a Senior Contracts Lawyer, on a permanent basis. Due to continued growth, this County Council is seeking a Contracts Lawyer to join their Legal Services team, to provide high quality legal advice and support the council. This opportunity can be offered on a fully remote working basis.
Key responsibilities of the Senior Contracts Lawyer role:
- You will be responsible for drafting, advising on and reviewing a varied range of high value contract and procurement matters on behalf of this Local Authority, to include:
- Contracts for Goods, Works and Services
- Construction contracts, including NEC4 and JCT contracts
- Framework Agreements
- There is the opportunity for the successful candidate to supervise more junior members within the team.
Required experience for the Senior Contracts Lawyer:
- A qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive, with current practising certificate.
- Proven experience specifically within public sector contracts and procurement.
- Experience working within a local authority, public sector, or similar in-house legal environment is advantageous.
Benefits available alongside the Senior Contracts Lawyer role:
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- Generous annual leave package.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
How to apply for the Senior Contracts Lawyer role:
If you would like some more information or to apply for the Senior Contracts Lawyer role, please contact Laura Smith in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office. Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised, so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.
Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
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