Public Sector Contracts Lawyer (Remote, Part‑Time)

CRA Group Limited; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK local council is seeking a qualified Lawyer to join its legal service on a temporary, part-time basis. The ideal candidate should have experience in contract law and procurement law, capable of providing practical legal advice and supporting various departments. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing legal documentation. This role predominantly allows remote working with an initial visit to the office required to collect IT equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract law within a public sector or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement law and public sector procurement processes.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal advice and support primarily in contract and procurement law.
• Draft, review and advise on contracts and procurement documentation.
• Advise officers on contract variations and dispute issues.

Skills

Contract law experience

Knowledge of procurement law

Drafting contracts

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

A UK local council is seeking a qualified Lawyer to join its legal service on a temporary, part-time basis. The ideal candidate should have experience in contract law and procurement law, capable of providing practical legal advice and supporting various departments. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing legal documentation. This role predominantly allows remote working with an initial visit to the office required to collect IT equipment.