Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

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

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a qualified Contracts and Procurement Lawyer based in Telford. The role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload, provide legal advice, and lead a team of lawyers, ensuring alignment with the council's values and fostering professional development. The position supports a hybrid work model with remote options and occasional office attendance, ideal for dynamic individuals looking to enhance their legal careers.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in Contracts and Procurement law required.
• Must be eligible to practice in England and Wales.
• Experience managing and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive legal advice on Public Contract Regulations and company law.
• Manage a full caseload and deliver solutions with minimal supervision.
• Assist with legal compliance and contribute to staff training.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting Construction Contracts

Leadership

Advising Council Members

Organizational Skills

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualification

Current practicing certificate

Job description

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Contracts and Procurement Lawyer, Telford

Client: Social Care Locums

Location: Telford, 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 through varied and quality work.

You will work as part of a team of Contract Lawyers to provide proactive legal advice on issues including 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, deputising for the Principal Solicitor and contributing to the delivery of legal services.

We seek dynamic individuals with experience in managing and supervising teams, motivating others, and working collaboratively.

Shortlisting Criteria

Applicants must be Solicitors, barristers, or Fellows 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 is essential. The ability to provide solutions-focused advice, learn quickly, and manage priorities effectively is required. Strong client and organisational skills, and experience advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council, are also necessary.

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

This role involves managing a team of lawyers, providing leadership, supervision, and expert legal advice to the County Council, its members, officers, and committees. It contributes to the wider management of Legal Services and embodies the council's values and behaviors.

You will manage a varied caseload and deliver innovative solutions with minimal supervision. The role supports the council's aim to reduce reliance on external legal support and may include advocacy responsibilities.

The role also involves assisting the Monitoring Officer with legal compliance issues and contributing to staff training to keep the team updated on legal developments.

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