Lawyer

CRA Group Limited; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK local council is seeking a qualified Lawyer to join its legal service on a temporary, part-time basis. The ideal candidate should have experience in contract law and procurement law, capable of providing practical legal advice and supporting various departments. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing legal documentation. This role predominantly allows remote working with an initial visit to the office required to collect IT equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract law within a public sector or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement law and public sector procurement processes.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal advice and support primarily in contract and procurement law.
• Draft, review and advise on contracts and procurement documentation.
• Advise officers on contract variations and dispute issues.

Skills

Contract law experience

Knowledge of procurement law

Drafting contracts

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Job Overview

Bracknell Forest Borough Council is seeking a qualified Lawyer to join its legal service on a temporary basis.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal advice and support primarily in the areas of contract and procurement law.
• Draft, review and advise on a range of contracts, agreements and procurement documentation.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations and council policies.
• Support council departments with legal risk management and governance requirements.
• Advise officers on contract variations, extensions and dispute issues.
• Assist with interpretation and application of public sector procurement rules.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to support service delivery and decision‑making.
• Maintain accurate legal records and documentation in line with council procedures.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet service deadlines and priorities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in contract law within a public sector or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement law and public sector procurement processes.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts.
• Ability to provide clear, practical and commercially aware legal advice.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines.

Working Conditions

This is a predominantly remote working role, with an initial requirement to attend the Bracknell office to collect IT equipment. The role is offered on a part‑time basis (22 hours per week) with working days negotiable.