Senior Contracts Lawyer

Service Care Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking a Senior Contracts Lawyer to join their team in Greater Manchester. This full-time role is on a 3-month rolling contract, requiring over 8 years of PQE in contracts law and experience with Local Authorities. You will handle contracts, draft complex documentation, and advise clients on legal implications. The position offers hybrid working options, weekly pay, and flexible shifts.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Hybrid working

Referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• 8+ years of PQE in contracts law.
• Experience working for a Local Authority within a contracts team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handling contracts caseload from start to completion.
• Drafting high-value and complex contract documentation.
• Advising clients on the legal implications of terms of contract.

Skills

Contracts Law

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside a thrilling local authority based in Greater Manchester. They are seeking a Senior Contracts lawyer to join their team.

If you have experience in Contracts Law and are looking for a new challenge, then this role could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This role is on a full‑time basis and on a 3‑month rolling contract.

Rate

• Umbrella rate – £50‑£65 an hour depending on experience.
• PAYE Rate (Inc. Hol) – £44.50‑£57.68 an hour depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Handling contracts caseload from start to completion.
• Drafting high‑value and complex contract documentation.
• Advise clients on the legal implications of terms of contract.

About you as a Senior Contracts lawyer

• 8+ years of PQE in contracts law.
• Has worked for a Local Authority previously within a contracts team.
• Have strong communication skills written and verbal.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Flexible shifts.
• Hybrid working.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

How to apply

Feel free to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email or via phone.

Job Info

Job Title: Senior Contracts Lawyer

Company: Service Care Solutions

Location: Greater Manchester

Posted: [Date of posting]

Closes: Jan 18th 2026

Sector: Legal

Contract: Contract

Hours: Full Time