Hybrid Public-Sector Commercial Lawyer

Hertfordshire County Council (Herts Legal Service); Stevenage; Híbrido; GBP 60.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hertfordshire County Council's in-house Herts Legal Service in Stevenage seeks a Commercial Lawyer to join its public-sector team. The role offers a hybrid pattern and a salary band of £59,500–£65,200 per annum, reflecting high-value procurement and contract work for the council.

The successful solicitor will draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on risk and compliance, and collaborate with finance, HR and project teams to deliver value for Hertfordshire residents.

Formación

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with a UK law degree.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience in commercial law, contract drafting and negotiation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review and negotiate high‑value commercial contracts.
• Advise senior officials on risk mitigation and compliance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams through procurement cycles.

Conocimientos

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Educación

UK law degree

Descripción del empleo

Hertfordshire County Council's in-house Herts Legal Service in Stevenage seeks a Commercial Lawyer to join its public-sector team. The role offers a hybrid pattern and a salary band of £59,500–£65,200 per annum, reflecting high-value procurement and contract work for the council.

The successful solicitor will draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, advise on risk and compliance, and collaborate with finance, HR and project teams to deliver value for Hertfordshire residents.