Commercial Contracts Lawyer

Sellick Partnership Limited - Public Sector; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join a well-regarded team at a leading University. This role offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work on a variety of contracts, including procurement and research agreements. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in higher education law and be able to start promptly. This locum contract may lead to permanent employment, making it an exciting opportunity for legal professionals looking to make an impact in the public sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher education setting is essential.
• Qualified lawyers or non-qualified candidates at lawyer level are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload including procurement and research contracts.
• Manage grant agreements and collaboration agreements.

Skills

Procurement

Research Contracts

Grant Agreements

Collaboration Agreements

Partnership Agreements

Memoranda of Understanding

Education

Qualified Lawyer with Practicing Certificate

Job description

Commercial Contracts Lawyer

University - London

Flexible working arrangements available

£45 - £50 per hour Umbrella (dependant on experience)

Sellick Partnership is recruiting for an experienced contracts lawyer to join a well-regarded team at a leading University.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a higher education setting and be able to start promptly, with a short notice period being advantageous.

The successful Contracts and Procurement Lawyer will handle a caseload including:

• Procurement
• Research Contracts
• Grant Agreements
• Collaboration Agreements
• Partnership Agreements
• Memoranda of Understanding

This is a locum contract initially lasting a few months, with potential for permanent employment. The role may require attendance at the London office once a week; candidates unable to attend are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should be qualified lawyers with a current practicing certificate (Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEx), though non-qualified candidates working at lawyer level will also be considered.

If you possess the relevant skills and experience, please apply now. For further information or a confidential discussion, contact Elleyn Hewitt at our Manchester office.

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