Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to manage a diverse caseload and provide comprehensive legal advice on Public Contract Regulations and construction contracts. This hybrid role requires a qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in leadership and contract law. The position offers a dynamic work environment while contributing to the reduction of reliance on external legal support.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor eligible to practice in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Effective in managing teamwork and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive legal advice on various contract issues.
• Manage a full caseload and assist with legal compliance matters.
• Lead and supervise a team of lawyers.

Skills

Negotiating and drafting construction contracts

Leadership skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Solutions-focused advice

Education

Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of CILEX

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Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Social Care Locums

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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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. This role offers an opportunity to develop and enhance your skills while undertaking quality and varied work.

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

Senior Lawyers will play an active role in team management, deputising for the Principal Solicitor and contributing to the delivery of legal services.

If you are an effective, dynamic individual with some experience in managing and supervising others, 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 teamwork and managing priorities to meet statutory deadlines.
• Leadership and organizational skills in client and project meetings.
• Advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council.

The role is hybrid; remote work will be 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 team of lawyers, providing leadership, supervision, and 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.

You will manage a demanding caseload, delivering solutions with minimal supervision.

The role supports the reduction of reliance on external legal support and may involve advocacy.

You will assist the Monitoring Officer in legal compliance matters and contribute to staff training on legal issues.

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