Public Sector Procurement Law Director

DWF; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF is seeking Senior Associate/Director level procurement practitioners to advise government authorities and strategic suppliers on procurement strategy and compliance. You will craft procurement documents, navigate direct awards, and provide guidance on Procurement Act 2023 matters.

Join our Government, Trade and Transport practice with access to a Procurement Centre of Excellence and regular training webinars, offering flexible hybrid working from Leeds and other regional offices.

Qualifications

• Experience advising central and local government on procurement matters.
• Knowledge of Procurement Act 2023 and public procurement procedures.
• Ability to draft/prep procurement documents and notices.

Responsibilities

• Advisor to Central and Local Government and strategic suppliers on procurement strategy and implementation.
• Prepare procurement documents/notices to ensure compliant procurements by authorities.
• Advise on direct award procedures and lawful contract modifications.
• Counsel clients on procurement law and lifecycle from start to finish.
• Active member of the Procurement Centre of Excellence; write articles and deliver webinars/training.

Skills

Public procurement law

Government advisory

Contract law

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

DWF is seeking Senior Associate/Director level procurement practitioners to advise government authorities and strategic suppliers on procurement strategy and compliance. You will craft procurement documents, navigate direct awards, and provide guidance on Procurement Act 2023 matters.

Join our Government, Trade and Transport practice with access to a Procurement Centre of Excellence and regular training webinars, offering flexible hybrid working from Leeds and other regional offices.