Procurement Lawyer 1-5 PQE

BCL Legal; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading International Law Firm in Leeds seeks an Associate to join its highly regarded Public Procurement team. You will advise on procurement matters for public authorities, utilities and contracting partners, and contribute to high-profile projects.

The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary and excellent benefits, with opportunities to develop specialist procurement expertise across transport, health, IT and construction sectors while growing client relationships.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE.
• Experience or interest in public procurement and/or utilities procurement law.
• Experience at regional, national or international law firms.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Commercially minded with a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise on public procurement matters for authorities and utilities.
• Support procurement strategy, direct awards and contract modifications.
• Draft and review notices, questionnaires and invitations to tender.
• Advise bidders during procurement exercises with practical guidance.
• Collaborate with procurement disputes lawyers on challenges and claims.
• Develop specialist expertise on cross-sector projects.
• Build strong client relationships and support business development.
• Take increasing responsibility within a nationally recognised team.

Skills

Legal research

Drafting

Analytical skills

Client-facing

Attention to detail

Job description

Public Procurement Associate | 1-5 PQE | Leading International Law Firm

A leading international law firm is looking to add an Associate to its highly regarded Public Procurement team in Leeds.

The Firm:

• Leading international law firm with a strong UK and international presence
• Market-leading Public Procurement team Legal 500 Tier 1 ranked and ranked Band 1 UK-wide by Chambers
• Advising on nationally significant and high-profile procurement projects across government, transport, utilities, healthcare, defence and regeneration
• Acting for a diverse client base including public authorities, utilities, government bodies and major contracting organisations
• Involved in innovative, cutting-edge procurement matters and landmark projects
• Strong collaboration between advisory and specialist procurement disputes teams
• Award-winning, high-performing firm known for innovation, client service and technical excellence
• Supportive, inclusive culture with a genuine commitment to development and progression
• Flexible and agile working environment

The Role:

• Associate in the Public Procurement team
• Highly competitive salary and excellent benefits package
• Hybrid working
• Advising public authorities, utilities and contracting partners on a broad range of procurement matters
• Supporting clients on procurement strategy, direct awards and contract modifications
• Drafting and reviewing procurement documentation including notices, selection questionnaires and invitations to tender
• Advising bidders throughout procurement exercises and providing practical, commercially focused guidance
• Working closely with specialist procurement disputes lawyers on procurement challenges and claims
• Providing procurement expertise on major cross-sector projects involving transport, utilities, construction, real estate, IT, outsourcing and defence
• Building strong client relationships and supporting business development activity
• Taking increasing responsibility and developing specialist expertise within a nationally recognised team

The Candidate:

• Qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE
• Experience of, or a genuine interest in, public procurement and/or utilities procurement law
• Background gained within a regional, national or international law firm
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills
• Commercially minded with a practical, solutions-focused approach
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
• Enthusiastic about developing specialist expertise in procurement law and key industry sectors
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and professional approach

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading procurement practices, working on complex, high-profile projects for prestigious clients while benefiting from first-class training, clear progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.