Contracts Lawyer

Spencer Clarke Group Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm seeks an experienced Contracts Lawyer to join a London Borough Council's Legal Services team. The role involves managing complex contractual matters, providing legal advice on procurement, and supporting council initiatives. Candidates must have a legal qualification, strong contract knowledge, and excellent negotiation skills. Opportunities for flexible hybrid working are available.

Benefits

Access to a wide range of opportunities

Free DBS checks

Post Placement Aftercare

Loyalty reward scheme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' post-qualification experience in law.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and local government law.
• Sound understanding of public sector procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice on contracts and public procurement law.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Support policy development and governance in council projects.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Analysis of legal issues

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives

Job description

Contracts Lawyer

London Borough Council

Contract: 3-6 months - likely to be extended
Rate: £50-£60 per hour - Negotiable DOE
Flexible Hybrid Working

Spencer Clarke Group are working directly with a London Borough Council who are seeking an experienced Contracts Lawyer to join their Legal Services team and provide expert advice on a wide range of commercial, procurement, and governance matters. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of complex contractual matters, support key council initiatives, and help shape and implement the council's policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver legal advice and representation on all aspects of contracts and public procurement law.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, deeds, agreements, and statutory notices.
• Support council departments with major projects, governance, and policy development.
• Promote continuous improvement in service delivery and maintain high standards of client care.

Key Requirements

• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives with at least 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, local government law, and experience advising on complex and high-value legal matters.
• A sound understanding of public sector procurement regulations and commercial contracts
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills as well as the ability to analyse complex legal issues and deliver practical solutions.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Max using the contact details below:

01772 954200

We also offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity, ask them to email their CV to Max and remember to include your details as well.

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