Procurement Solicitor

2 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom Red Personnel Full time £80,000 - £100,000 per year

Role: Senior Solicitor (Contracts and Procurement)

Sector: Local Authority

Department: Corporate Services

Reports to: Head of Law (Place)

Contract: 4–5 months (contract), Monday to Friday hybrid working (2/3)

Location: London

Pay: £475–£500 per day (umbrella), inside IR35

Management: No direct reports

Overview

We're looking for an experienced Senior Solicitor to join the Contracts and Procurement Legal Team in the local authority sector on a contract basis for 4 to 5 months. This is a hands-on role where you'll provide expert legal advice and work closely with colleagues, managers, and partner agencies to support key organisational priorities. You'll help ensure legal services run smoothly and to a high standard.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a senior member of the Contracts and Procurement Legal Team.
  • Support the Head of Law (Place) on contracts and procurement—drafting agreements, advising on procurement, and related matters.
  • Provide clear legal advice on contracts and procurement within the local authority.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex contractual documents.
  • Advise on procurement processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
  • Deliver first-rate legal support, focused on client service and continuous improvement.
  • Instruct and liaise with external solicitors or counsel when necessary.
  • Research and draft reports, making sure all issues are addressed.
  • Train staff on the Procurement Act 2023 and related regulations.
  • Mentor and guide the Brunel Student when required.
  • Advise on governance issues, including complex and high-profile cases.
  • Work directly with senior managers, providing practical legal support.
  • Produce reports and data for team and organisational needs.
  • Offer legal advice on major projects and other key initiatives.
  • Advise elected members and the senior leadership team as appropriate.
  • Tackle ad hoc tasks as they arise.
  • Help further the Council's climate and ecological priorities.

Your skills

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
  • Strong background in contracts and procurement law
  • Experience working for a local authority or within the public sector
  • Confident working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Politically astute, proactive, and solutions-focused

If you're a skilled contracts and procurement lawyer seeking a new contract role within the local authority sector in London, we'd love to hear from you. Interviews to take place as soon as possible with a view to a start sooner thereafter.

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