Solicitor, Contracts and Procurement

East Sussex County Council; Lewes; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking a qualified solicitor or barrister to join its busy legal team. The role focuses on providing expert legal advice and handling casework in contracts and procurement, including procurement law and the Procurement Act 2023.

The successful candidate will work in a supportive environment, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders while delivering prompt, clear advice and handling diverse legal challenges.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with current practising certificate.
• Ability to provide prompt and accurate legal advice.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and conduct case work predominantly related to Contracts and Procurement.
• Work effectively within a team and, when necessary, independently.
• Communicate clearly with a diverse range of personnel and organisations.

Skills

Legal advice

Written and oral communication

Diversity communication

Teamwork and independence

Contracts and Procurement law

Procurement Act 2023 knowledge

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Job Description

Do you have a proven track record of working in a busy and dynamic environment, providing legal advice and conducting case work in relation to Contracts and Procurement and do you want to work in a friendly and supportive environment? If so,

You will be part of an excellent legal team, providing legal advice and conducting case work, predominantly in relation to Contracts and Procurement.

• Practising Solicitor or Barrister
• Ability to provide prompt and accurate legal advice
• Clarity in both written and oral communications
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of personnel /organisations
• Ability to work within a team and, when necessary, independently
• Knowledge and experience of Contracts and Procurement law and practice (including the Procurement Act 2023)

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community, because we recognise the value of diverse perspective and experiences.

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place on dates to be confirmed. If you are unavailable on the relevant dates let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for detail.

This role offers a unique experience, which enables you to do work which is meaningful and purposeful to your wider local community in a supportive environment. It will give you a real sense of satisfaction, reward and professional achievement.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For an informal discussion, please contact Robert Freeman - Senior Solicitor Team Leader Commercial and Litigation at [e-mail].

For putting your skills to good, c choose East Sussex!

About Us

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.