Commercial Solicitor

3 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Burton Recruitment Limited Full time

Contract: 3 Months (Potential to Extend to 6 Months) Sector: Public Sector


About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Solicitor to join a small, dynamic legal team within a Local Authority . This is a locum position offered on a full-time, remote basis, providing an excellent chance to be involved in a broad range of commercial and construction-related legal work.


Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing timely and effective legal advice on contracts and procurement matters to the Local Authority and its partner District Councils.
  • Handling a diverse range of commercial work, with a particular focus on construction projects, frameworks agreements, collaborative procurements, and subsidy advice.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts, with a strong emphasis on NEC and JCT industry standard forms.
  • Working closely with client departments to ensure legal compliance and support in complex commercial transactions.


Ideal Candidate Profile:

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced legal professional with:

  • A minimum of 3 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in contracts and procurement, ideally within a local government setting.
  • Strong experience in construction law, particularly with NEC and JCT contracts.
  • The ability to work independently and as an integral part of a small team.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the capability to deliver clear and practical legal advice to public sector clients.


Benefits:

  • Flexible and approachable management.
  • A supportive working environment with good relationships with client departments.
  • Exposure to a broad range of high-value and complex commercial work.
  • Competitive market rate, to be discussed upon application.


Opportunity for Career Development:

This role offers a highly rewarding opportunity for a seasoned commercial solicitor to further develop their expertise within the public sector. With the potential for extension beyond the initial 3 months, the position provides a solid platform for professional growth in a supportive and collaborative team. Immediate availability is required, and all candidates with the necessary experience are encouraged to apply without delay.


Start Date: 9th September 2024

End Date: 6th December 2024 (potential to extend)

Hours: 37 per week

IR35 Status: Inside IR35



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