Procurement Lawyer (Commercial Contracts)

Islington Council; Islington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Islington Council seeks an experienced Procurement Lawyer (Commercial Contracts) to provide expert legal advice on complex commercial and procurement matters. Join a collaborative legal team on a fixed-term contract to drive meaningful change and support local government operations with your legal expertise.

Benefits

Up to 31 days leave per year

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay with London Living Wage

Excellent local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Local discounts from restaurants and shops

Qualifications

• Legally qualified with substantial experience in procurement law.
• Familiar with legal frameworks and challenges of local government.
• Confident communicator and collaborator.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Advising on public procurement law and regulatory compliance.
• Supporting service directorates with strategic legal input.

Skills

Procurement Law

Legal Frameworks of Local Government

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Legally Qualified

Experience in Procurement Law

Job description

About The Role

Bring your expertise. Shape public services. Make a difference.

Are you an experienced legal professional with a deep understanding of procurement law and local government operations? Do you want to use your skills to drive meaningful change in a vibrant, diverse community? Islington Council is looking for an experienced Procurement Lawyer (Commercial Contracts) on a 12 month fixed term contract to join our collaborative and forward-thinking legal team.

What you’ll do:

In this pivotal role, you’ll provide expert legal advice on complex commercial and procurement matters, ensuring our services are delivered efficiently, lawfully, and with maximum impact for our residents.

You’ll be:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Advising on public procurement law and regulatory compliance.
• Supporting service directorates with strategic legal input.
• Playing a key role in delivering our ‘Islington Together’ vision for 2030.

Why join Islington Council?

We’re not just offering a job. We’re offering a purpose. Here, your legal expertise will help drive innovation, challenge inequality, and support our mission to serve the community with integrity and care.

• Empowered to lead: You’ll be trusted to make decisions and contribute to high-impact projects.
• Valued for your voice: Your ideas will shape how we work and serve our community.
• Supported to grow: From professional qualifications to leadership development, we invest in your future.

What you’ll bring:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Legally qualified with substantial experience in procurement law.
• Familiar with thelegal frameworks and challenges of local government.
• A confident communicator and collaborator.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and committed to public service.

What you’ll gain:

• A competitive salary offered in the scale dependent on experience.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace where you can thrive.
• Opportunities to grow your career and expand your legal expertise.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference. Every single day.
  

Ready to take the next step?

If you're ready to use your legal expertise to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.Apply now and be part of a team that’s not just delivering legal services — we’re shaping the future of Islington.

For further information, or for an informal chat, please contact Jabeen Story (Chief Commerical Solicitor) at [e-mail].

Note to Recruitment Agencies:We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t beclearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the boroughand as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, wehave to look after our people.Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note:Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject toa qualifications check and 3 years referencing.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.