Senior Legal Officer - Contract Solicitor

Summary: The Senior Legal Officer - Contract Solicitor role involves providing high-level legal support and advice to the Council, focusing on the successful delivery of key commercial projects. The position requires a qualified solicitor with substantial experience in contract and commercial law, and it offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, advising on commercial matters, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and standards. The role also includes preparing training programs for Council staff and members to enhance their legal knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality legal and commercial advice to the Council and its officers.
• Draft contracts, construction contracts, grants, and other commercial documents.
• Represent the Council and provide continuous access to commercial advice.
• Ensure compliance with professional and Council standards in legal work.
• Prepare and present training programs to enhance legal knowledge among staff and members.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx Lawyer.
• Substantial post-qualification experience.
• Significant knowledge in Contract and Commercial law.
• Experience advising on significant commercial projects.
• Strong drafting, negotiating, and communication skills.
• Understanding of Value for Money in service delivery.
• Knowledge of Local Government Law and relevant legislative frameworks.
• Thorough understanding of current Procurement and subsidy legislation.

Salary (Rate): 55

City: Doncaster

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Legal