Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

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

Job summary

A legal services organization seeks a Contracts and Procurement Lawyer based in Nottingham to manage a varied caseload and provide leadership to a team of lawyers. The role requires substantial legal experience, effective negotiation skills, and team management capability. The successful candidate will engage in contract law, lead legal advice delivery, and support various legal compliance issues. With hybrid work arrangements available, this position offers an opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Eligible to practice in England and Wales.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting contracts.
• Leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Public Contract Regulations and general contract queries.
• Manage a team of lawyers and supervise legal advice delivery.
• Support advocacy and assist with compliance issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Team Leadership

Client Advisory

Problem Solving

Education

Current practicing certificate

Job description

Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, Nottingham

Client:

Social Care Locums

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in this area of law. 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 such as Public Contract Regulations, Company law, Subsidy Control, NEC and JCT construction Contracts, and general contract queries. You will manage a full and demanding caseload.

Senior Lawyers will play an active role in team management and 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 can motivate others, we want to hear from you!

Shortlisting Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Eligibility 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 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, and the candidate will need to collect their laptop from our Reigate office on the first day.

The role includes 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 and exemplify the council's values and behaviors.

You will manage a varied caseload and deliver innovative solutions with minimal supervision.

The role involves supporting and delivering legal work, including advocacy, and assisting the Monitoring Officer with legal and procedural compliance issues.

You will also contribute to staff training within the Council to keep them updated on legal issues.

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

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you may need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom