Contracts Solicitor

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Greater Manchester is seeking a Contracts Solicitor to join their team on a locum basis for an initial 3-month contract. The successful candidate will manage public sector contracts, providing legal advice on procurement and compliance. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and requires recent experience. Join a dynamic team and contribute to crucial governance matters.

Qualifications

• Experience in drafting public sector contracts and agreements.
• Knowledge of public procurement frameworks and subsidy control is required.
• Strong understanding of compliance with legislation and governance.

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, regulation, and policies.

Skills

Drafting public sector contracts

Knowledge of public procurement frameworks

Advising on governance matters

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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We are currently working with a Local Authority in Greater Manchester, as they are looking for a Contracts Solicitor to join the team on a locum basis for an initial 3-months, with potential for extension.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, and the hourly rate is between £50 - £55 p/hour via an Umbrella company (negotiable based on PQE).

The ideal candidate will have experience of drafting public sector contracts and agreements, with knowledge of public procurement frameworks and subsidy control.

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

Working hours:

• 37 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

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.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services and Government Administration

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