Lawyer - Commercial, Contracts & Procurement

Adecco Portugal; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Portugal is partnering with a dynamic organisation in the East Midlands to recruit two Lawyers specialising in Commercial, Contracts & Procurement. The roles are a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2027: one full-time and another three days per week.

You will support the Legal, Governance and Compliance team, handling contracts, procurement, and related commercial matters. You will draft, review and negotiate complex agreements, maintain case files, and provide timely,

Qualifications

• Strong experience in handling contracts and procurement-related legal work.
• Comfort in managing a busy and varied caseload.
• Proficiency in using legal case and document management systems.
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse and varied caseload of legal matters and enquiries.
• Provide expert legal advice on contracts, procurement, and commercial issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements with precision.
• Maintain accurate electronic records and case files within case management systems.
• Deliver a responsive, customer-focused service to internal stakeholders.
• Work independently while fostering collaboration with colleagues.
• Ensure transparency and openness in managing and progressing legal work.

Skills

Contract law

Procurement

Legal drafting

Autonomy

Stakeholder mgmt

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Job Advertisement: Lawyer - Commercial, Contracts & Procurement

Our client, a dynamic organisation committed to driving economic growth across the East Midlands, is seeking two talented Lawyers specialising in Commercial, Contracts, and Procurement. This opportunity is offered on a Fixed-Term Contract until March 31, 2027, with one position full-time and another requiring a commitment of three days a week.

The Role:

As a vital member of the Legal, Governance, and Compliance team, you will play a key role in supporting the clients' expanding portfolio. The role focuses on providing comprehensive legal advice on a wide range of matters, particularly contracts and procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse and varied caseload of legal matters and enquiries.
• Provide expert legal advice on contracts, procurement, and commercial issues.
• Draught, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements with precision.
• Maintain accurate electronic records and case files within case management systems.
• Deliver a responsive, customer-focused service to internal stakeholders.
• Work independently while fostering collaboration with colleagues.
• Ensure transparency and openness in managing and progressing legal work.

About You:

The ideal candidates will possess:

• Strong experience in handling contracts and procurement-related legal work.
• Comfort in managing a busy and varied caseload effectively.
• Proficiency in using legal case and document management systems.
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while positively contributing to a team environment.
• A clear alignment with and demonstration of core values in daily work.

This is a fantastic opportunity for proactive lawyers who are eager to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation. If you are ready to bring your expertise in commercial law to a role that values collaboration and community impact, this could be the perfect fit!

Location:

East Midlands

Rate:

475/Day, Inside IR35

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract until March 31, 2027

Working Pattern:

Full Time (1 role), Part Time (3 days a week, 1 role)