Summary: The role of Commercial Procurement Lawyer involves providing legal advice on commercial, contractual, and procurement matters within a Central Government team. The successful candidate will be a qualified legal professional with strong experience in commercial and procurement law, managing legal risks, and resolving disputes. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and is expected to last for a minimum of six months. The role is integral to addressing high-profile government issues and ensuring effective contract management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage legal risks in conjunction with other risks
• Work alongside litigation lawyers/counsel in dispute resolution cases
• Instruct and manage external law firms and counsel
• Work closely with advisory law teams and help implement policies

Key Skills:

• Qualified legal professional (Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent)
• Sound understanding of public procurement and contract law
• Proactively manage risks and identify solutions
• Commercial and procurement experience
• An understanding of the role of lawyers in Government

Salary (Rate): £42

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Legal