Strategic Commercial & Procurement Lawyer

Lancashire County Council; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Principal Commercial & Procurement Lawyer to join its Legal Services team in Preston on a hybrid basis. The role involves advising on complex commercial and procurement matters across major projects and strategic initiatives, with a focus on robust, compliant contracts and high-stakes negotiations.

You will work with senior leaders, shape decisions, mentor colleagues and contribute to a high-performing team delivering innovative service models for

Qualifications

• Extensive expertise in commercial and procurement matters.
• Experience advising on complex, high-value strategic projects.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice on complex legal issues.
• Confidence engaging with senior leaders and influencing key decisions.
• A collaborative approach and a passion for developing others.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on a diverse portfolio of commercial and procurement matters across major projects.
• Support corporate priorities and innovative service delivery models.
• Advise on high-value procurement exercises and commercial strategy.
• Draft complex contracts and commercial agreements to ensure lawful, robust decisions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentor colleagues and contribute to a high-performing legal team.

Skills

Commercial & procurement law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Senior leader engagement

Education

Qualified Solicitor/Barrister/Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking a Principal Commercial & Procurement Lawyer to join its Legal Services team in Preston on a hybrid basis. The role involves advising on complex commercial and procurement matters across major projects and strategic initiatives, with a focus on robust, compliant contracts and high-stakes negotiations.

You will work with senior leaders, shape decisions, mentor colleagues and contribute to a high-performing team delivering innovative service models for