Contracts Solicitor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 68,880 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Contracts Solicitor for a Local Authority in Oxfordshire on a locum contract. This full-time role requires local government experience and extensive knowledge of contracts and procurement law. The position offers flexible working hours and remote options. Ideal candidates must have recent experience in this field.

Qualifications

• Experience working in local government.
• Extensive knowledge of contracts and procurement law.

Responsibilities

• Handling a broad range of contracts and agreements on behalf of the Council.
• Advising on procurement matters, commercial contracts and subsidy control.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
• Providing advice on public procurement regulations.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and third-party clients.

Skills

Local government experience

Knowledge of contracts and procurement law

Job description

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Base pay range

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We are currently partnering with a Local Authority based in Oxfordshire, who are recruiting for a Contracts Solicitor to join their growing team on a 3 month (minimum) locum contract.

This is a full-time (37 hours per week) position with a negotiable hourly rate (circa £50 - £60 p/hour UMB) and the start date is subject to notice. If a candidate is able to attend office, that will be advantageous, but they are able to consider fully remote options.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Handling a broad range of contracts and agreements on behalf of the Council, including business as usual supply contracts and agreements, and some construction works involving NEC & JCT contracts
• Advising on procurement matters, commercial contracts and subsidy control, as well as some governance matters
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and policies
• Providing advice on public procurement regulations and tendering processes
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and third-party clients in respect of contractual obligations

Requirements:

• Experience working in local government
• Extensive knowledge of contracts and procurement law

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Will consider part-time options
• Monday – Friday, flexible start/finish times

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Government Administration