Commercial Lawyer

Venn Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Venn Group as a Commercial Lawyer and play a key role in supporting a variety of public sector projects. You will provide strategic legal advice across the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and managing commercial contracts. This role offers a chance to work collaboratively on significant initiatives that impact the Leeds region while benefiting from flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous employer-contribution pension scheme

Free travel on buses and trains across West Yorkshire

Flexible working practices

Bright, modern office space

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualification experience in commercial and procurement law.
• Ability to handle complex and high-value projects.
• Track record of drafting and negotiating commercial documentation.

Responsibilities

• Advising on procurement strategy and compliance with legislation.
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide range of contracts.
• Supporting colleagues on procurement challenges and corporate litigation.

Skills

Commercial Law

Procurement Law

Contract Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX

Job description

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Join a forward-thinking organisation delivering projects that make a real impact across the West Yorkshire region. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Commercial Lawyer to play a key role in supporting a broad portfolio of public sector projects.

The Role

As a Commercial Lawyer within a small and high-performing in-house team, you will provide strategic legal advice across the full project lifecycle. Your work will cover early development, procurement processes and post-award contract management.

You will take ownership of matters relating to commercial contracts and procurement, offering clear, pragmatic advice on contract drafting, negotiation and dispute resolution. The role offers variety and intellectual challenge, working with colleagues across multiple departments on high-profile initiatives that shape the future of the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on procurement strategy and compliance with relevant legislation, including the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide range of contracts, including bespoke agreements, call-offs and order forms
• Advising on contract variations, novations, extensions, disputes and terminations
• Providing guidance on internal governance, including Contract Standing Orders
• Supporting colleagues on procurement challenges, tender clarifications and corporate litigation matters where needed
• Working collaboratively across departments on complex and strategically significant projects

About You

We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX with:

• Strong post-qualification experience in commercial and procurement law (either in-house, private practice or public sector)
• The ability to handle complex and high-value projects with sound judgement and strong analytical skills
• A track record of drafting and negotiating commercial documentation
• Experience in advising on projects with significant regional or organisational impact
• Flexibility and willingness to support wider areas of the legal team when needed

What’s on Offer

• 28 days annual leave (rising with service) plus bank holidays
• Generous employer-contribution pension scheme
• Free travel on buses and trains across West Yorkshire with the M-Card (Zones 1-5)
• Flexible working practices with health and wellbeing support, including agile working and flexi-time options
• Bright, modern office space, equipped with the latest technology and just a short walk from Leeds Train Station

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to the region.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration

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