An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced commercial lawyer to join a high-performing in-house legal team supporting complex UK and international projects within a highly regulated environment. This role is initially a 12 month contract, paying a competitive day rate and allowing you to work flexibly.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on the drafting, review and negotiation of complex commercial contracts, including multi-jurisdictional agreements.
- Advise on public procurement matters, including Procurement Act 2023 compliance, tender documentation and supplier contracts.
- Support senior leadership on legal risk, governance and compliance matters.
- Provide practical legal guidance across a range of commercial, regulatory and operational issues.
- Partner with procurement, commercial and business teams to deliver solutions-focused legal support.
- Participate in customer, supplier and stakeholder negotiations.
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor with senior level experience.
- Admitted to the Bar in England & Wales
- Strong in-house and/or private practice commercial contracts experience.
- Proven background advising on public procurement and supplier contracting.
- Experience negotiating complex commercial arrangements with senior external stakeholders.
- Commercially minded, pragmatic and confident operating in fast-paced environments.
- Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal audiences.
Details
- 12-month day rate contract.
- Hybrid working arrangement, 2 days onsite
- UK travel required on occasion.