Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider is seeking a Contracts and Procurement Lawyer in Basingstoke. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with significant experience, capable of managing a team and providing top-notch legal advice on various contract matters. This hybrid role offers the chance to work collaboratively while also allowing for remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practicing certificate.
• Substantial experience in contracts and procurement law.
• Ability to advise and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Public Contract Regulations, company law, and construction contracts.
• Manage a team of lawyers and a demanding caseload.
• Lead client and project meetings with effective organizational skills.

Skills

Negotiating and drafting contracts

Leadership

Problem-solving

Effective teamwork

Education

Eligibility to practice as Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX

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Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, Basingstoke

Client: Social Care Locums

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in this area of law and practice. This role offers an opportunity to develop and enhance your skills through varied and quality work.

You will work as part of a team of Contract Lawyers, providing proactive legal advice on issues including Public Contract Regulations, Company law, Subsidy Control, NEC and JCT construction Contracts, and general contract queries. You will handle a full and demanding caseload.

Senior Lawyers are involved in team management and may deputise for the Principal Solicitor, contributing to the delivery of first-class legal services.

If you are an effective, dynamic individual with experience in managing and supervising teams, and motivating others, we want to hear from you!

Shortlisting Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Eligibility to practice in England and Wales as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX, with a current practicing certificate
• Experience in negotiating and drafting construction contracts, service agreements, and facilities management services
• Ability to provide solutions-focused advice and learn quickly about new subjects
• Effective teamwork and managing priorities to meet deadlines
• Leadership and organizational skills in client and project meetings
• Advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council

The role is hybrid, with remote work considered. Occasional office attendance may be required, with the candidate expected to collect their laptop from our Reigate office on the first day.

This position involves managing a team of lawyers, providing leadership, supervision, and expert legal advice to the County Council, its members, officers, and committees.

You will contribute to the wider management of Legal Services, embodying the council's values and behaviors.

The role includes managing a varied caseload, delivering innovative solutions, and potentially undertaking advocacy.

You will support the Monitoring Officer in advising the Council on legal issues and contribute to staff training to keep the team updated on legal developments.

For more information, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums.