Principal Solicitor - Contracts And Procurement Team

Sellick Partnership; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor to manage a team of lawyers in the West Midlands. This role involves leading the contracts team, advising on procurement legislation, and ensuring effective contract management. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in public sector work and team leadership. Flexible and mainly remote work offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fantastic hourly rate

Ongoing contract

Qualifications

• Must have experience in managing a legal team.
• Strong background in commercial contracts and procurement legislation.
• Ability to handle disputes diplomatically.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 7 lawyers on contracts work.
• Manage team dynamics and training needs.
• Draft and amend high-value contracts.

Skills

High-value contracts review

Stakeholder management

Dispute resolution

Contract drafting

Team management

Job description

Overview

Principal Commercial Contracts Solicitor

Rate: £££ Very competitive

Location: West Midlands

Working: Predominantly remotely

Sellick Partnership is 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.

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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