Commercial Lawyer We are recruiting a qualified Commercial Lawyer for a contract locum opportunity supporting a local government legal team in our client. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Lawyer with strong commercial contracts, contractual and procurement law experience to provide specialist legal advice on a time-sensitive assignment. The successful Commercial Lawyer will ideally be available for 37 hours per week, with a minimum commitment of 30 hours. You should be able to start within one week of assignment confirmation and have significant experience advising local authority clients on contracts and procurement matters, including procurements under the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23).
Commercial Lawyer Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal advice on commercial contracts, contractual matters and procurement law.
- Support local government workstreams and advise on procurement exercises under PA23.
- Review, draft and negotiate commercial agreements and associated legal documentation.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders and provide practical, commercially focused guidance.
- Confirm your preferred level of weekly office attendance; regular attendance is not essential, although the team currently expects permanent members to attend the office at least one day per week.
- Collect a work laptop from our client in person and return it at the end of the assignment, in line with corporate policy and at your own cost.
Commercial Lawyer Requirements
- Qualified solicitor with relevant commercial legal experience.
- Demonstrable expertise in commercial contracts, contractual law and procurement law.
- Significant local government experience is highly desirable.
- Experience advising on procurements under PA23.
- Availability to work 30–37 hours per week.
- Ability to begin at one week’s notice following confirmation of the assignment.
Contract and Pay
Contract opportunity based in our client.
The vacancy details indicate an initial 2-week contract, with potential extension; the assignment brief also refers to a minimum term of 3 months. Final duration will be confirmed.
Salary or pay rate: Not provided.
Benefits
- £250 training allowance.
- Dedicated specialist consultant.
- Access to thousands of clients nationwide.
- Daily payroll runs.
- Free candidate registration and compliance checks.
- Referral and loyalty bonus schemes.
- Sign-up bonuses may be available.
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Commercial Lawyer employer: Service Care
Service Care Solutions is an excellent employer for Multi Traders, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on responsive repairs in the community of Rugby, employees benefit from a company van, optional on-call payments, and comprehensive in-house training, ensuring they have the tools and skills needed to excel in their roles. Join a team that values professionalism and respect while providing meaningful service to local residents.
