Legal Counsel (public procurement)

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning legal team is looking for a Legal Counsel to advise on high-value public procurement contracts. The successful candidate will possess strong public-sector experience, be skilled in drafting agreements, and guide stakeholders through regulatory requirements. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000, hybrid working options, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £80,000 + bonus

Very flexible and hybrid working

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Solid public-sector procurement experience.
• Capability in drafting and reviewing complex procurement agreements.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advising on high-value procurement contracts including drafting and negotiation.
• Guiding stakeholders through legal and regulatory requirements.
• Structuring contract terms to meet commercial and compliance standards.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating

Public-sector procurement knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative skills

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

• Join an award-winning legal team driving public-sector impact
• Shape high-value public procurement contracts in a tech-forward business

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established UK software and solutions provider headquartered in Birmingham, delivering mission-critical systems across sectors such as public sector, healthcare, and procurement. The firm is modernising its culture-championing diversity, inclusion, accountability, and curiosity. They also place a strong emphasis on transparency and trust through initiatives, supporting compliance, cybersecurity, and data governance

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will be:

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  Advising the public-sector sales team on high-value procurement contracts, including drafting and negotiation
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  Guiding stakeholders through legal and regulatory procurement requirements
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  Structuring contract terms to align with both commercial goals and compliance standards
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  Assisting with bid processes and proposals to support successful tenders
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  Contributing to continuous improvement through template refinement and process enhancements

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Counsel should be:

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  A solicitor or equivalent with solid public-sector procurement experience
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  Skilled at drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex procurement agreements
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  Knowledgeable of public-sector procurement regulations and compliance frameworks
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  Commercially aware, proactive, and capable of collaborating with non-legal colleagues
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  Analytical with strong attention to detail and systemic thinking

What's on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate:

• A competitive salary up to £80,000 + bonus
• Very flexible and hybrid working (1 or 2 days in the office a week)
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a fast paced, growing business

If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.