Senior Contracts & Commercial Lawyer – Public Sector

Venn Group - Birmingham; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent local authority legal service in the UK is seeking a Principal Lawyer for Contracts and Commercial. The role involves managing a complex caseload, advising on public sector procurement law, and supporting high-value projects. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors or barristers with experience in public procurement law, capable of working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. This position offers hybrid working arrangements, a strong benefits package, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

28.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Family-friendly and flexible working policies

Health and wellbeing support

Travel and cycle benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced in public sector procurement law.
• Comfortable handling complex commercial matters with minimal supervision.
• Interest in developing leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own complex commercial and procurement caseload.
• Advise on UK public sector procurement law and strategy.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
• Support high-value local authority projects.

Skills

Public sector procurement law

Complex commercial matters handling

Collaboration with non-legal colleagues

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer

Job description

A prominent local authority legal service in the UK is seeking a Principal Lawyer for Contracts and Commercial. The role involves managing a complex caseload, advising on public sector procurement law, and supporting high-value projects. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors or barristers with experience in public procurement law, capable of working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. This position offers hybrid working arrangements, a strong benefits package, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.