Senior Lawyer: Contracts & Enforcement (Hybrid)

Adecco; North East; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Newham seeks a Senior Lawyer for Contracts and Procurement. This role involves providing high-level legal advice, managing a team of up to 10, and leading on complex cases such as litigation and regulatory law. The position is hybrid, allowing both office and remote work. Applicants need to be qualified solicitors or barristers with extensive experience in local government law and team management. The role offers a pay rate of £50-60 an hour for 36 hours a week over an initial 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and motivating a team.
• Proven leadership in service functions.
• Ability to deliver transformational change in Legal Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of lawyers and support staff.
• Support the Principal Lawyer with strategic projects.
• Advise on the effect of new legislation.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Service improvement

Knowledge of Contracts and Procurement

Understanding local government workings

Advocacy skills

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister holding a practising certificate

Job description

A local authority in Newham seeks a Senior Lawyer for Contracts and Procurement. This role involves providing high-level legal advice, managing a team of up to 10, and leading on complex cases such as litigation and regulatory law. The position is hybrid, allowing both office and remote work. Applicants need to be qualified solicitors or barristers with extensive experience in local government law and team management. The role offers a pay rate of £50-60 an hour for 36 hours a week over an initial 3-month contract.