Senior Associate, Healthcare Procurement Hybrid

William James Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate Solicitor to join the Commercial Procurement team in Leeds. The role focuses on procurement, contracting and regulatory matters for NHS bodies, healthcare organisations and public sector clients, with a genuine opportunity for long-term development and flexible hybrid working.

You will draft and negotiate procurement documentation, advise on governance, manage complex projects and build client relationships across the

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor operating at Associate or Senior Associate level.
• Experience in procurement, contracts or public sector advisory work.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a commercial focus.

Responsibilities

• Advise NHS bodies and public sector clients on procurement matters.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on procurement documentation and contracts.
• Support governance, regulatory compliance and tender processes.
• Manage complex healthcare/public sector procurement projects.
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Mentor junior lawyers where appropriate.

Skills

Procurement experience

Public sector procurement

Commercial contracts drafting

Negotiation skills

Advisory experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

William James Recruitment is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate Solicitor to join the Commercial Procurement team in Leeds. The role focuses on procurement, contracting and regulatory matters for NHS bodies, healthcare organisations and public sector clients, with a genuine opportunity for long-term development and flexible hybrid working.

You will draft and negotiate procurement documentation, advise on governance, manage complex projects and build client relationships across the