Procurement Lawyer - Commercial Contracts

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Procurement Lawyer to join its Commercial Procurement team in Manchester. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide strategic advice on high-value procurement matters while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a flexible hybrid working system, you will engage in business development activities and lead major projects. If you have a passion for public procurement law and are eager to develop your expertise, this position offers the chance to enhance your professional reputation and make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post-qualifying experience in procurement law.
• Strong client-service and commercial focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic procurement advice and draft procurement documents.
• Support clients with the Procurement Act 2023 transition.

Skills

Public Procurement Law

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Client Service Focus

Education

Law Degree

Post-Qualification Experience

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Procurement Lawyer - Commercial Contracts, Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Job Views: 8

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• Support the growth of the Commercial Procurement team as an advisory (non-contentious) lawyer.
• Require around 2+ years post-qualifying experience, but open to a range of experience levels.
• Work on high-value, innovative procurement matters.
• Opportunity for increased responsibility and professional reputation development in a supportive environment.

WHERE WILL YOU WORK?

Based in Manchester, Leeds, Edinburgh, or Glasgow with a flexible hybrid working system (3 days in the office, 2 from home).

THE TEAM

Recognized market leader, ranked in Band 1 in the UK for procurement law. Handles advisory and disputes work across procurement regulations, including significant government projects and sector-specific rules.

The team supports clients with the transition to the Procurement Act 2023 and other regulations.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Requires technical expertise, teamwork, and enthusiasm. Responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic procurement advice.
• Drafting procurement documents.
• Advising on procurement processes and tenders.
• Supporting dispute resolution and claims.
• Leading workstreams on major projects.
• Business development activities.
• Supporting clients with the Procurement Act 2023 transition.

YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE

Successful candidates will have:

• Recent experience in public/utilities procurement law.
• Enthusiasm for developing sector expertise.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong client-service and commercial focus.

OUR FIRM

Addleshaw Goddard values and supports its employees, fostering growth, collaboration, and innovation. Known for technical excellence and client insight, serving FTSE100 clients and beyond.

Our diverse team and employee networks celebrate differences and inclusivity.

OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE

We invest in our people, encouraging high-caliber work and character in a caring environment.