Procurement Solicitor (Hybrid)

Octave Recruitment Ltd; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is looking for an Assistant Solicitor (Procurement) Locum to join their Governance and Legal Services - Procurement team. This role involves providing high-quality legal advice on procurement and local government law matters. Candidates must be qualified solicitors or barristers with experience in procurement law, contract drafting, and local government regulations. The contract is temporary with the possibility of extension and supports hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience and knowledge of procurement law.
• Demonstrable experience in drafting and amending contracts.
• Knowledge of local government law and governance processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills with Microsoft Office and legal tools.
• Ability to use DocuSign or equivalent.
• Able to meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice and support on procurement matters.
• Advise on the Procurement Act and governance within local government.

Job description

Overview

Cardiff Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Solicitor (Procurement) Locum to join our Governance and Legal Services - Procurement team on a temporary contract, with a strong possibility of extension.

As Assistant Solicitor (Procurement), you will provide high-quality legal advice and support on procurement, contracts, and general local government law matters. You will play a key role in advising on the Procurement Act, Public Contracts Regulations, and governance and decision-making within local government — ensuring our services continue to operate within a robust legal framework.

Details

• Location: Remote (hybrid working supported; occasional attendance at council sites may be required)
• Contract: Temporary (initially 3 months, potential to extend)
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Directorate: Governance and Legal Services - Procurement
• Pay Rate: £55.76 per hour (via Umbrella)

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (holding a current practising certificate) or Barrister with equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience and knowledge of procurement law, including the Procurement Act and Public Contracts Regulations.
• Demonstrable experience in drafting and amending contracts, including standard forms.
• Knowledge and experience of local government law, including governance and decision-making processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical legal advice.
• Strong IT skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, online legal research tools, and legal case management systems).
• Ability to use DocuSign (or equivalent) for completion of contracts.
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.