Contracts & Procurement Solicitor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; Wales; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a locum Commercial & Contracts Lawyer for a fully remote, 12-month maternity cover contract in Wales. The successful candidate will work closely with local government clients, handling complex commercial and procurement issues, including drafting and advising on contracts. Ideal for a qualified solicitor eager to leverage their expertise in a demanding role with immediate start.

Benefits

Referral bonus of up to £100

Qualifications

• Experience in Local Government required.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and procurement matters.
• Recent experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Advising the Council on commercial contracts and procurement matters.
• Prepare tender documents for procurement evaluations.
• Draft and complete various contract forms.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Drafting

Advising

Procurement

Education

Qualified as a Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX

Job description

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Contracts & Procurement Solicitor, Wales

Client:

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions

Location:

Wales

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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12

Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

Job Description:

Our client is currently recruiting for a locum Commercial & Contracts Lawyer on a fully remote, 12-month maternity cover contract.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable depending on PQE and candidate expectations, but will be inside IR35.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within local government and have strong experience dealing with complex commercial and procurement matters.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Advising the Council on a broad range of commercial contracts and procurement matters
• Working closely with the Council’s procurement team to prepare tender documents and answer queries during procurement evaluations
• Drafting and completing bespoke and standard forms of contract, including NEC and JCT contracts
• Negotiating and preparing documentation and advice on major transactions, including regional partnerships

Experience required:

• Experience in Local Government
• Qualified as a Solicitor/Barrister/CILEX

Working hours:

• Monday – Friday

Please note recent experience is required to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

We try to respond to all applications personally; however, due to high volume, responses may take up to 72 hours. If you do not hear from us within this time, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

Don’t forget our referral scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague and receive up to £100 once they complete 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.