Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; York; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice seeks a qualified Legal Solicitor to manage a dynamic caseload while providing expert legal advice within a supportive team environment. The role emphasizes leadership in contract law matters, alongside opportunities for professional growth in a hybrid working model. Ideal for experienced solicitors eager to play a key role in legal management and advisory services.

Qualifications

• Eligible to practice in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting construction contracts.
• Ability to provide solutions-focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a demanding legal caseload and provide expert legal advice.
• Supervise a team of lawyers and ensure effective service delivery.
• Advise the Council on legal issues, ensuring compliance with statutory deadlines.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Team Management

Organizational Skills

Legal Advice

Education

Solicitor or Barrister qualification

CILEX Fellowship

Job description

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Legal Solicitor Role

We are seeking a qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in law and practice relevant to this role. This position is ideal for those looking to develop and enhance their skills through diverse and quality work.

As part of a team of Contract Lawyers, you will provide proactive legal advice on issues including, but not limited to, Public Contract Regulations, Company law, Subsidy Control, NEC and JCT construction Contracts, and general contract queries. You will manage a full, varied, and demanding caseload.

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

If you are an effective, dynamic individual with some experience in managing and supervising others, and can motivate a team, we want to hear from you!

Shortlisting Criteria

To be considered, your application must clearly demonstrate:

• You are 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 demonstrated in client and project meetings.
• Experience advising Members and Senior Officers of the Council.

The role is hybrid, with remote work considered. Occasional office attendance may be required, and the candidate will need to collect their laptop from the 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, embodying the council's values and behaviors.

Responsibilities include managing a demanding caseload, delivering innovative solutions, and supporting the reduction of reliance on external legal support. Advocacy duties may be required.

The role supports the Monitoring Officer in advising the Council on illegality or procedural issues.

You will also contribute to staff training to keep the team updated on legal developments.

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