Senior Commercial Contracts and Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago


South West England, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

Job Summary:

Venn Group is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Contracts and Procurement Specialist to join a local authority in London on a locum basis. The ideal candidate will have significant post-qualification experience in contract law, public procurement law, and commercial law.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a substantial caseload of complex contract and procurement matters
  • Supervise a Contracts Lawyer and allocate appropriate work
  • Provide legal advice on a wide range of commercial contracts, procurement, and contract claims
  • Assist with contract-related legal advice for external service providers

Requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or legal executive with significant post-qualification experience
  • Proven experience in contract law, public procurement law, and commercial law
  • Ability to supervise a junior lawyer and manage complex commercial contract work
  • Strong communication skills and ability to negotiate and draft complex legal documentation

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a fantastic local authority in London, providing legal advice on complex commercial contracts and procurement matters. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and develop their skills and expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.

What We Offer:

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency, and we welcome applications from all candidates. We offer a competitive rate and a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for a great work-life balance.



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