Public Procurement Associate (1PQE+) | Top UK Law Firm

Hydrogen Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group in Manchester is partnering with a leading UK law firm to recruit for a Public Procurement lawyer. The role focuses on non-contentious advisory work across national projects and procurement exercises.

You will advise on strategy, tender processes and contract modifications, supporting major infrastructure initiatives and advising public authorities, utilities and bidders. A strong interest in procurement law and 1+ year PQE is ideal.

Qualifications

• 1+ year PQE in public procurement or utilities procurement.
• Experience in advisory work within the public sector.
• Interest in specialising in procurement law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on procurement strategy, tender processes and contract modifications.
• Support infrastructure projects across rail, energy, defence and healthcare.
• Advise public authorities, utilities and bidders on complex exercises.
• Collaborate with projects, construction and commercial teams.

Skills

Public procurement

Contract law

Advisory work

Education

Qualifying law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

We are working with a leading UK law firm on an excellent opportunity to join their Public Procurement team in Manchester. They advise on some of the UKs most significant and complex procurement projects, working with central government departments, major utilities providers and private sector organisations across transport, energy, infrastructure, defence and healthcare.

The Opportunity

This is predominantly a non-contentious, advisory-focused role, offering exposure to nationally significant projects and the opportunity to work closely with some of the country's leading procurement specialists.

The work will include:

• Advising on procurement strategy, tender processes, direct awards and contract modifications.
• Support major infrastructure projects across rail, aviation, water, energy and defence.
• Advising public authorities, utilities companies and private sector bidders on complex procurement exercises.
• Working alongside specialists in projects, construction, commercial contracts and procurement disputes.

Who Are We Looking For?

A lawyer with 1+ years of PQE with exposure to public procurement, utilities procurement or a related public sector advisory practice. Candidates with transferrable experience and a genuine interest in specialising in procurement law will also be considered.