Senior Commercial Lawyer - Procurement - Local Govt - Contracts
Posted 1 week ago by People Source Consulting Ltd
£400 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: An experienced Senior Commercial Contracts and Procurement Lawyer is sought to join a local authority legal team in London for an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for a permanent position. The role involves providing high-quality legal advice on commercial, procurement, and contract matters while supervising a junior lawyer. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a competitive daily rate. Candidates must have significant experience in contracts and procurement law and be committed to public service delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on complex commercial and contract matters including drafting, negotiation, and procurement compliance
- Advise on contract claims and manage associated risks
- Supervise and develop a junior lawyer within the team
- Prepare and deliver legal reports, briefings, and committee advice
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
- Contribute to the continuous improvement and efficiency of the legal service
- Deputise for the Chief Contracts Lawyer as required
Key Skills:
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX (England & Wales)
- Significant post-qualification experience in contracts and procurement law
- Strong understanding of commercial, building contract, and public procurement law
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Proven ability to manage and develop junior legal staff
- Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and high-quality public service delivery
Salary: £400 daily
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Legal
Senior Commercial Contracts Lawyer - Local Govt - Procurement Law - Public Sector - Compliance - London - 3months + - Up to £400 a day
Location: London (Hybrid/Flexible Working)
Rate: Up to £400 a day
Contract: 3months +
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Commercial Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join a well-established local authority legal team. You will provide high-quality legal advice across a broad range of commercial, procurement, and contract matters, while supervising and supporting one Contracts Lawyer. This is an initial 3 month contract role with the opportunity to go permanent
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on complex commercial and contract matters including drafting, negotiation, and procurement compliance
- Advise on contract claims and manage associated risks
- Supervise and develop a junior lawyer within the team
- Prepare and deliver legal reports, briefings, and committee advice
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
- Contribute to the continuous improvement and efficiency of the legal service
- Deputise for the Chief Contracts Lawyer as required
Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX (England & Wales)
- Significant post-qualification experience in contracts and procurement law
- Strong understanding of commercial, building contract, and public procurement law
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
- Proven ability to manage and develop junior legal staff
- Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and high-quality public service delivery
This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal professional looking to take the next step in their career in a values-driven and forward-thinking public sector environment. If you are interested in hearing more please contact me on (see below)
Security clearance and right to work in the UK required
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