Public Sector Procurement & Contracts Lawyer
Harlow Council
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Job summary
Harlow Council is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Lawyer to join its Legal Services team. You will provide high-quality legal advice on public procurement, commercial contracts, governance and company matters to support officers, senior managers and members in delivering complex projects while effectively managing legal risk.
The role emphasizes a commercially minded approach within a forward-thinking local authority; equality and flexible working are promoted, with office presence four days
Qualifications
- Experience advising on procurement, contracts and governance in public or private sectors.
- Solid understanding of public procurement legislation and applying it practically.
- Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
- Collaborative approach with ability to support officers, managers and members.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality legal advice on procurement, contracts and governance.
- Support officers and senior managers to deliver complex projects while managing risk.
- Develop and deliver a modern, forward-thinking local authority.
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Job description
Harlow Council is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Lawyer to join its Legal Services team. You will provide high-quality legal advice on public procurement, commercial contracts, governance and company matters to support officers, senior managers and members in delivering complex projects while effectively managing legal risk.
The role emphasizes a commercially minded approach within a forward-thinking local authority; equality and flexible working are promoted, with office presence four days
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