Principal Solicitor - Contracts and Procurement Team

Sellick Partnership; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the West Midlands is searching for a Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor to manage a team of 7 lawyers on contract matters. The role offers remote work flexibility and a competitive hourly rate. Ideal candidates will have experience in high-value contracts and team leadership, preferably in a public sector context.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Mainly remote working

Competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a sizable team of lawyers.
• Background in public sector or local government is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 7 lawyers in contracts work.
• Review, amend, and draft high-value contracts.
• Advise on procurement legislation and contract disputes.

Skills

High-value contracts management

Stakeholder engagement

Diplomatic problem-solving

Contract drafting and review

Procurement legislation advice

Contract interpretation

Dispute resolution

Team leadership experience

Job description

Overview

Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor

Rate: Very competitive

Location: West Midlands

Working: Predominantly remotely

Role Summary

Sellick Partnership is currently recruiting for a Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor (or equivalent) to join a local authority based in the West Midlands. The role is to line manage a sizable team of lawyers, all of whom are dedicated to contracts work. As the Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor you will lead a team of 7 lawyers, including 1 to 1s, case allocation and addressing any training needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Experience of high-value contracts - reviewing, amending and drafting
• Dealing with internal stakeholders and external clients
• Must be able to deal with hurdles in a diplomatic way
• Working on standard contracts for goods and services
• Advising on new procurement legislation
• Advising on contract interpretation and dispute resolution
• Candidates must have previous experience as a Team Lead or Principal. This is a large team and needs an experienced manager at the helm.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Mainly remote working
• Fantastic hourly rate and a lengthy ongoing contract

We are especially interested in speaking with candidates with a public sector or local government background.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and/or cover letter via this page or alternatively, contact Kate Jasper in the Sellick Partnership Manchester office.

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