Hybrid Contracts Lawyer — Local Government & Grants

Preston City Council; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Contract Lawyer to join their busy Legal Services Department. The role requires a recognised legal qualification and involves assisting various in-house departments with contract management, maintaining a caseload, and providing legal advice. The successful candidate will excel in team collaboration, communication, and have a strong understanding of local authority operations. Benefits include flexi time, hybrid working, and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

Flexi time

Hybrid working

Minimum 30 days’ annual leave

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Discounted parking

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare insurance scheme

Qualifications

• Experience with grant funding agreements is essential.
• Private sector experience with local authority understanding.
• Strong ability to influence and provide legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Assist various in-house departments with contract management.
• Maintain a full caseload of contract matters.
• Provide general advice on contracts and procurement policy.

Skills

Contract management

Legal drafting

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Recognised legal qualification (Solicitor, Barrister, or ILEX)

Job description

A local government authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Contract Lawyer to join their busy Legal Services Department. The role requires a recognised legal qualification and involves assisting various in-house departments with contract management, maintaining a caseload, and providing legal advice. The successful candidate will excel in team collaboration, communication, and have a strong understanding of local authority operations. Benefits include flexi time, hybrid working, and a generous leave policy.