In House Commercial Lawyer

CRA Legal; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Sheffield is seeking a skilled Commercial Lawyer to provide high-quality legal advice across a variety of commercial work. This hybrid position allows for flexible working from home while also attending the office as needed. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in commercial law and experience in contract negotiation. Join to help shape services and support the Council's legal functions, enjoying generous benefits and work-life balance.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Outstanding pension contributions

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in commercial/contract law.
• Confident in managing risk and advising on complex matters.
• Collaborative and familiar with legal IT/case systems.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial, contract, procurement, and subsidy control law.
• Lead negotiations and manage legal risk.
• Draft and review contracts and complex agreements.
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to training.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Legal drafting

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX

Job description

Role: Commercial Lawyer
Employer: Sheffield City Council (recruited by CRA Consulting)
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire (Hybrid)
Salary: £45,718 - £49,764 per annum (plus benefits)
Contract: Permanent - full-time or part-time considered
Team: Legal & Governance

Make a real impact on a great city.
Sheffield City Council leads with purpose, putting people and communities at the heart of everything it does. As the largest council in Yorkshire, the breadth, scale and significance of our legal work are unmatched-from strategic commercial projects to complex procurement and contract matters. Sheffield offers vibrant city living, award-winning culture, and instant access to the Peak District.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a skilled Commercial Lawyer to deliver high-quality, pragmatic advice across a varied portfolio of commercial work. This hybrid role offers flexibility-work from home with office attendance several times per month and in-person meetings/negotiations as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial, contract, procurement and subsidy control law
• Lead negotiations on major projects and procurements; manage legal risk
• Draft and review contracts, frameworks and complex agreements
• Advise on TUPE and pensions in service transfers
• Support the Council's statutory and strategic functions
• Represent the Council in judicial reviews and other proceedings
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to training, knowledge and service improvement

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX with post-qualification experience
• Strong technical background in commercial/contract/procurement law
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Confident managing risk and advising on complex, high-profile matters
• Collaborative, improvement-minded, and comfortable using legal IT/case systems
• Background in public or private practice-both welcomed
  

Benefits & Work/Life

• Generous annual leave: 26 days + bank holidays (rising to 31 after 5 years)
• Option to buy additional leave / career breaks
• Outstanding pension: c. 19% employer contribution (LGPS)
• Flexible working: hybrid, part-time, job share and term-time options
• Health & wellbeing support: Occupational Health, eye care vouchers, EAP
• Inclusive culture with employee networks and equality hubs
• Learning & development: e-learning, coaching and professional development

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter quoting "Commercial Lawyer - SCC" to Rob Addy, CRA Consulting at [e-mail].