Public Procurement, Subsidy Control & Grant Funding Lawyer

BCL Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its Commercial and Infrastructure team. This role focuses on subsidy control and grant funding law, offering flexible hybrid working and an inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years PQE and strong client advisory skills. The firm provides a competitive salary, generous benefits, and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25+ days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Life assurance and pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE with strong experience in subsidy control and grant funding law.
• Knowledge of State aid law and experience drafting grant agreements.
• Interest in public sector legal work and administrative law issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on UK Subsidy Control law and State aid.
• Review and draft grant funding agreements.
• Support clients in public sector projects.

Skills

Subsidy control

Grant funding law

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of State aid law

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Public Procurement, Subsidy Control & Grant Funding Senior Associate

5+ PQE | Leading National Firm | Birmingham / Flexible Hybrid Working

BCL Legal is working with a top 100 national law firm with an outstanding reputation across the public, health, and housing sectors. Due to continued growth, the firm is now seeking an experienced Subsidy Control & Grant Funding Associate or Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join its market‑leading Commercial and Infrastructure team. This role is Birmingham based with very flexible hybrid working.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that has been recognised by The Times Best Law Firms and continues to see double‑digit growth year‑on‑year. If you're looking for intellectually stimulating work, high‑calibre clients, and a genuinely supportive team culture, this could be the perfect move for you.

The Role

As a key member of the Commercial and Infrastructure Department, you will:

• Advise central government, local authorities, and wider public bodies on the application of UK Subsidy Control law and State aid, and review and draft grant funding agreements.
• Work across a diverse range of sectors including housing, regeneration, energy, education, infrastructure, and health.
• Support clients in delivering complex public sector projects and developing innovative solutions to subsidy‑related challenges.
• Have the opportunity to expand your expertise in related areas such as competition law and public procurement.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm on multidisciplinary work, contributing to a high‑performing and close‑knit national team.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE, with strong experience in subsidy control and grant funding law – ideally advising public sector clients.
• Knowledge of State aid law and experience drafting and negotiating grant agreements.
• Exposure to competition and/or procurement law would be a distinct advantage.
• A genuine interest in public sector legal work and broader administrative law issues.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills, with the confidence to deliver strategic advice to high‑profile clients.
• A proactive, collaborative approach, and a passion for delivering value to clients.

What's on Offer

A highly competitive salary and generous benefits package, including:

• 25+ days annual leave (with the option to buy more)
• Private medical insurance (Vitality)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Life assurance and pension
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid working model with flexible hours to support work/life balance.
• A supportive, values‑led culture that truly invests in its people.
• Excellent career progression opportunities and ongoing training tailored to your goals.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that supports public services and community development.

About the Firm

This nationally recognised law firm delivers legal services to nearly 2,000 clients across key sectors including health, social care, housing, construction, and energy. The firm is driven by a strong sense of purpose and is consistently praised for its inclusive and supportive culture. With over a decade of consistent growth and a clear strategy for future expansion, there's no better time to join.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced lawyer looking to build your career in subsidy control and public law advisory work within a high‑performing, supportive national team, I'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

• Angharad Warren at BCL Legal – [e-mail]

This firm is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.