Commercial Lawyer

2 weeks ago


Leeds, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

Procurement and Commercial Lawyer

Our client, a prominent public body with headquarters in Leeds, is seeking a Procurement and Commercial Lawyer on a permanent, hybrid-working basis.

About the role

In this post you will be responsible for:

  • Drafting high value/risk and complex commercial contract documentation and agreements relating to procurements for goods and services
  • Providing advice and assistance in relation to contract disputes and dispute resolution
  • Advising on the implementation and interpretation of Public Procurement Regulations, the organisation’s standing orders and tender procedures
  • Negotiate and review complex high value/risk level documentation and provide advice to a range of stakeholders in relation to the same, using initiative and judgement
  • Demonstrating commercial acumen and an understanding of the business when advising and negotiating on its behalf
  • Analysing situations, applying knowledge and expertise to undertake negotiations or guide decision making based on options and implications.

About you

To be successful in this post you will:

  • Be a qualified Solicitor or Barrister entitled to hold a practising certificate or full CILEX (Fellowship) qualification with recent post-qualification experience, ideally in a public sector organisation.
  • Possess significant experience with Commercial Contracts Law
  • Have excellent analytical skills, initiative, and sound judgement to provide solution focussed advice
  • Ability to develop positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

The Benefits:

In return for your hard work, and on top your salary, you’ll receive a wide range of benefits including:

  • Free public transport across West Yorkshire
  • 28 days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Flexible working practices including agile working, flexi-time scheme
  • Bright, airy and modern office space close to Leeds Train station
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Generous employer contribution pension scheme

To learn more about this opportunity or to find out about other permanent legal opportunities, please apply now with your up-to-date CV.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.



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