Solicitor - Projects (Procurement) - Bristol - 3+ Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Career progression

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Bristol is seeking a Solicitor to join the Projects (Procurement) team at 3+ PQE. You will advise on regulated procurement and commercial contracts for public sector clients and major suppliers on complex procurements.

This role offers hybrid working within a respected national firm, with clear progression and opportunities to build client relationships and mentor junior colleagues. SRA-registered lawyers are invited to apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE advising on regulated procurement and commercial contracts
• Strong technical understanding of public procurement frameworks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage a complex and varied workload effectively
• Motivation, organisation and a proactive mindset
• Experience leading or mentoring junior colleagues
• Confidence building client relationships and contributing to business development
• Must be an SRA registered lawyer

Responsibilities

• Advising on regulated procurement processes and commercial contracts
• Supporting public sector clients with procurement strategy, tender documentation and risk mitigation
• Drafting and negotiating bespoke procurement and contractual documentation
• Advising bidders on maximising prospects of successful awards
• Managing and resourcing matters effectively, delegating where appropriate
• Contributing to team culture, service excellence and departmental initiatives
• Developing junior team members and supporting their technical growth
• Building strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for business development
• Establishing your standing as a subject matter expert within procurement and projects

Skills

PQE 3+ years

Procurement frameworks

Interpersonal skills

Client relationship building

Job description

Solicitor - Projects (Procurement) - Bristol - 3+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £75,000 to £95,000 (DOE)

A respected national firm is seeking a Projects Associate with 3+ years' post qualification experience to join its specialist Procurement team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work on some of the largest, most complex and politically sensitive regulated procurements in the UK, advising high profile public sector bodies and major strategic suppliers. You will join a Tier 1 ranked team known for its technical excellence, collaborative culture and high quality work.

Role

You'll be responsible for delivering high quality procurement and commercial advice across a varied and complex workload, including:

• Advising on regulated procurement processes and commercial contracts
• Supporting public sector clients with procurement strategy, tender documentation and risk mitigation
• Drafting and negotiating bespoke procurement and contractual documentation
• Advising bidders on maximising prospects of successful awards
• Managing and resourcing matters effectively, delegating where appropriate
• Contributing to team culture, service excellence and departmental initiatives
• Developing junior team members and supporting their technical growth
• Building strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for business development
• Establishing your standing as a subject matter expert within procurement and projects

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 3+ years' PQE advising on regulated procurement and commercial contracts
• Strong technical understanding of public procurement frameworks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage a complex and varied workload effectively
• Motivation, organisation and a proactive mindset
• Experience leading or mentoring junior colleagues
• Confidence building client relationships and contributing to business development
• Must be an SRA registered lawyer

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A supportive, progressive and collaborative working environment
• High quality national and international work
• Clear career progression pathways
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.