Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider in Bedford is seeking a Contracts and Procurement Lawyer. This hybrid role involves providing legal advice on various contract matters, managing a team, and ensuring high-quality legal services are delivered. Ideal candidates will be qualified Solicitors with substantial experience in contract law and effective leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor eligible to practice in England and Wales.
• Experience in contract negotiation and drafting.
• Ability to advise on legal issues and provide team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Public Contract Regulations and company law.
• Manage a team of lawyers and supervise caseloads.
• Lead client and project meetings with effective organization skills.

Skills

Negotiating

Drafting construction contracts

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Solicitor or barrister qualification

Fellow of CILEX

Job description

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Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, Bedford

Client:

Social Care Locums

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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. 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 legal advice on issues including Public Contract Regulations, Company law, Subsidy Control, NEC's, JCT construction Contracts, and general contract queries. You will handle a full and demanding caseload.

Senior Lawyers are expected to manage the team, deputise for the Principal Solicitor, and contribute to delivering high-quality legal services.

If you are effective, dynamic, experienced in managing and supervising people, and motivated to work in a team, we want to hear from you!

Shortlisting Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Being a Solicitor, barrister, or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practice in England and Wales 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 team working and managing priorities to meet deadlines
• Leading and participating in client and project meetings with excellent client care and organizational skills
• 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.

The role involves managing a group 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 and exemplify the council's values and behaviors.

You will manage a full caseload, deliver innovative solutions with minimal supervision, and support the council's goal to reduce reliance on external legal support. Advocacy duties may be required.

You will assist the Monitoring Officer in advising the Council on illegality or procedural defaults and contribute to staff training to keep them updated on legal issues.

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