Commercial Contracts Locum Lawyer

Sellick Partnership; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Commercial Contracts Lawyer for a minimum 6-month contract, offering an hourly rate of £60-£65 umbrella. The role involves providing legal advice for the Integrated Settlement Fund and associated legal outputs, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations. Ideal candidates will hold a qualification in law with strong experience in local government law and public sector procurement. Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage complex legal matters are essential. Apply through the Manchester office contact, Kate Jasper.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with strong experience in local government law.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate funding and legal agreements.
• Advise on compliance with statutory obligations.
• Support risk management by identifying potential risks.

Skills

Experience in local government law

Public sector procurement expertise

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Legal case management system

Job description

Commercial Contracts Lawyer needed

Hourly rate : £60-£65 umbrella

Hours : 35 per week (additional hours subject to prior approval by Head of Legal)

Duration : Minimum 6 months

Our large local authority is seeking an additional Commercial Lawyer to join their in‑house team. This locum lawyer's role will include providing legal advice and support for the delivery of the Integrated Settlement Fund (ISF) and associated legal outputs. The position is critical to ensuring compliance with statutory obligations while fostering collaborative relationships that deliver positive outcomes for the Council.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate funding and legal agreements.
• Advise on statutory and regulatory compliance, including procurement, governance, and safeguarding obligations.
• Ensure legal arrangements protect the Council's commercial, financial, and legal interests.
• Support risk management by identifying and mitigating potential legal and financial exposure.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners (including the Combined Authority and other local authorities) to ensure timely and compliant delivery of ISF objectives.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with strong experience in local government law.
• Expertise in public sector procurement, funding arrangements, partnerships, contracts, and governance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proactive and positive approach.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters under tight deadlines while maintaining a solution‑focused mindset.
• Use of the legal case management system is essential, and all time worked must be recorded.

To apply, please contact Kate Jasper in our Manchester office.

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