Government & Infrastructure Senior Associate

BCL Legal; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal’s Government & Infrastructure team in Manchester is seeking an experienced senior lawyer to work on high-profile public sector projects, advising central government departments, local authorities and arm's length bodies on complex commercial matters.

The role offers exposure to procurement, subsidy control, governance and public law, with opportunities for career progression, leadership and business development in a collaborative, hybrid-working environment.

Job description

Government & Infrastructure | Public Procurement & Public Sector Commercial | Manchester (Hybrid Working)

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior lawyer to join a highly regarded Government & Infrastructure team at a leading UK law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking to work on high-profile public sector projects, advising a broad range of government and public sector clients on complex commercial matters.

This role offers exposure to some of the UK's most significant public sector projects, providing strategic legal advice across public procurement, subsidy control, commercial contracts, regeneration, governance and public law. You'll work alongside recognised experts in the field while enjoying genuine opportunities for career progression, business development and leadership.

The Opportunity

As a senior lawyer in the team, you will advise a diverse portfolio of clients including central government departments, local authorities, arm's length bodies, regional authorities, wholly owned companies and public-private partnerships. You'll also support suppliers contracting with government, providing commercially focused advice on procurement and regulatory matters.

The team is known for delivering innovative legal solutions on complex public sector projects and offers a collaborative environment where lawyers are encouraged to develop their expertise across multiple disciplines rather than working within a narrow specialism.

Your work will include:

• Advising public sector organisations on a wide range of commercial and governance matters.
• Providing strategic advice on public procurement under the Procurement Act 2023.
• Advising on subsidy control and the design and implementation of compliant subsidy schemes.
• Drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and high-value public sector agreements.
• Advising on grant funding arrangements, including drafting grant agreements and funding documentation.
• Supporting major regeneration and infrastructure projects involving procurement, governance and commercial arrangements.
• Advising on corporate governance issues affecting public bodies and their subsidiary companies.
• Managing complex client matters from instruction through to completion.
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the team.

In return, the firm offers:

• High-quality and varied public sector work
• Genuine career progression to Legal Director and Partnership
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmeA strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and professional development

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.