Senior Commercial Lawyer

Venn Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Lawyer to join a dynamic local authority legal team. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects that shape public services and drive excellence in contract and procurement law. With a supportive and collaborative environment, you will provide expert legal advice, maintain a full caseload, and contribute to policy development. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. If you are passionate about making a real impact in local government, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant experience.
• Strong background in contract and procurement law.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on contract and procurement matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for public health and grant funding.

Skills

Contract Law

Procurement Law

Legal Advice

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Venn Group Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom

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Are you an experienced contracts lawyer looking for a meaningful role where your expertise can shape major projects and public services? We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Lawyer to join a forward-thinking local authority legal team. This role offers a dynamic environment, high-profile projects, and the flexibility to balance work and life effectively.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of an organisation that truly values legal expertise and its role in shaping the future. You’ll work on complex contracts and procurement matters, collaborating with various in-house departments to drive excellence in public service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on contract and procurement matters.
• Work alongside the procurement team to support various in-house client departments.
• Maintain a full caseload of contracts, including frameworks, call-off contracts, bespoke drafting, and concession contracts.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for public health, grant funding agreements, and subsidy control.
• Contribute to policy development and procedures related to contracts and procurement.
• Train and supervise Paralegals and Legal Assistants as required.
• Represent the legal team in council committees and meetings as necessary.
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation, case law, and policy changes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant experience.
• Strong background in contract and procurement law.
• Experience providing legal advice and representation on complex matters.
• Salary: £48,378 - £51,571 plus market supplement of £6000
• Hybrid working – up to three days a week remote.
• 37-hour working week with flexible working options.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a real impact in local government.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration

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