Solicitor - Contracts and Procurement

Remedy Social Work; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in the City of London is looking for a motivated Solicitor to join their Contracts and Procurement Team. The role involves providing expert legal advice on contracts and procurement law, managing a varied caseload of legal cases, and ensuring compliance with standards. This position offers the opportunity to support local government objectives through high-profile legal matters.

Qualifications

• Highly skilled in providing legal advice and guidance on contracts and procurement law.
• Experience attending Council meetings and managing legal cases with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of legislative changes, including Procurement Act 2023.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on contracts and procurement.
• Manage a varied caseload of complex legal cases.
• Draft and review reports for meetings and attend as required.

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Solicitor to join our Contracts and Procurement Team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert legal advice and guidance on complex and high‑profile matters, supporting Westminster City Council in delivering its objectives and priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert professional and technical legal advice on contracts, procurement law, Subsidy Control, governance, and related commercial matters. Advise Members and Officers on legal and procedural issues, including attendance at Council meetings and committees (which may be outside standard hours). Manage a varied caseload of complex and routine legal cases with minimal supervision, ensuring timely and accurate advice. Draft and review reports for Cabinet, Committees, and Sub‑Committees, and attend meetings as required. Negotiate advantageous terms with external parties and liaise with government departments, local authorities, and other stakeholders. Monitor legislative changes, including the Procurement Act 2023, and implement necessary updates. Maintain proper records, meet chargeable hours targets, and ensure compliance with LEXCEL standards. Support team development, quality management initiatives, and continuous improvement.

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.