Principal Contracts Lawyer

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Contracts Lawyer to join their dynamic Corporate Commercial team. This exciting role offers the chance to provide expert legal advice on commercial contracts and procurement, while managing a talented group of legal professionals. With flexible working arrangements and competitive pay, this position is perfect for those looking to leverage their extensive experience in contract law within a supportive environment. If you thrive under pressure and are passionate about legal excellence, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Weekly pay

Flexible working arrangements

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in contract and procurement law.
• Current practising certificate to practice in England.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on commercial contracts and procurement.
• Manage a team of lawyers and paralegals effectively.

Skills

Contract Law

Procurement Law

Public Sector Frameworks

Team Management

JCT Contracts

NEC Contracts

Company Law

Deadline Management

Education

Solicitor/Barrister qualification

Chartered Institute of Legal Executive qualification

Job description

Service Care Solutions is working alongside an exceptional local authority based in Berkshire, which needs a Principal Contracts Lawyer to manage their Corporate Commercial team. This exciting opportunity presents a unique chance to join a dynamic team and contribute your expertise in contract and procurement law.

Role: Principal Contracts Lawyer
Location: Berkshire – hybrid/remote
Umbrella Rate: £65-£70ph
PAYE Rate inclusive of holiday: £57.11 - £61.45ph
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

Key responsibilities of the Principal Contracts Lawyer role:

• Provide expert advice on commercial contracts, procurement, and public sector frameworks.
• Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals.
• Advise on various boards within the Council.

Key Requirements:

• Current practising certificate and entitlement to practice in England as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executive.
• 5+ years of post-qualification experience of contract and procurement rules and regulations. Experience with JCT & NEC contracts and company law is desirable.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.

Benefits included with the Principal Contracts Lawyer position:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible working arrangements.

If this Principal Contracts Lawyer role sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email [e-mail].

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.