Public Procurement Solicitor 2+

BCL Legal; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national legal practice in Manchester is seeking an experienced Public Procurement Solicitor. The role involves advising on all aspects of public procurement law, drafting procurement documentation, and supporting clients on strategy and risk management. Candidates should have at least 2 years' PQE and a strong knowledge of UK procurement law. The firm offers a supportive culture, structured career development, and flexible working options while working on complex and high-value procurement matters.

Benefits

Structured career development

Supportive and inclusive culture

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ PQE with public procurement experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK procurement law.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on all aspects of public procurement law.
• Draft procurement documentation including contract notices.
• Support clients on procurement strategy and risk management.

Skills

Public procurement law knowledge

Drafting and written communication

Business development

Job description

Public Procurement Solicitor – National Role | Manchester

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Public Procurement Solicitor to join a highly regarded national legal practice with a market‑leading procurement capability. Acting for a broad range of public and private sector clients, this team is recognised for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused advice on some of the most high‑profile procurement matters in the UK.

The Opportunity

You will join a well‑established public procurement team working closely with colleagues across commercial and litigation, advising both contracting authorities and suppliers on the full lifecycle of public procurement matters. The firm acts for central and local government, NHS bodies, education institutions, charities, utilities, national agencies and suppliers ranging from SMEs to PLCs. Many instructions arise from panel appointments and framework agreements, providing a steady flow of high‑quality, repeat work. The location of the role is flexible to include Manchester, offering a genuinely national platform and agile working culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on all aspects of public procurement law, from strategy through to award.
• Drafting and advising on procurement documentation, including contract notices, evaluation strategies, standstill and award documentation.
• Advising on procurement challenges and disputes, including High Court proceedings.
• Supporting clients on procurement strategy and risk management.
• Working collaboratively with commercial lawyers on public sector outsourcing and projects.
• Contributing to business development through client training and seminars, conferences, blogs, newsletters and pitches.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, trainees and apprentices.

Candidate Profile

• 2+ years’ PQE with demonstrable public procurement experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK procurement law and public sector processes.
• Excellent drafting and written communication skills.
• Experience (or interest) in business development and profile‑raising.Experience in broader commercial contracts, particularly public sector outsourcing, would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Apply?

• Join a nationally recognised procurement team with an impressive client portfolio.
• Work on complex, high‑value and strategically important procurement matters.
• Clear and structured career development pathways.
• Supportive and inclusive culture with flexible working options.

For more information regarding this public procurement opportunity, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.