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Senior Commercial Contracts and Procurement Solicitor (Interims)
- Posted 16 April 2025
- LocationIslington EC1P United Kingdom
- Job type Contract
- Sector Interim & Executive Management
Job description
2-3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
• This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced legal professional to join a local authority as a Senior Commercial Contracts and Procurement Solicitor (Interim).
• The post holder will support the Chief Contracts Lawyer in delivering high-quality legal services in respect of commercial contracts, procurement, economic regeneration, and associated areas.
• The role includes managing complex legal caseloads, providing strategic legal advice, overseeing the development of junior team members, and contributing to corporate leadership and service transformation.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
• Support the Chief Contracts Lawyer in the planning, coordination, and execution of legal work relating to contracts and commercial matters.
• Manage and supervise a Contracts Lawyer, including allocation of work and development support.
• Undertake a complex personal caseload involving the drafting, negotiation, and completion of a wide range of contracts and commercial documentation.
• Provide legal advice on contract claims and disputes, including those arising from building contracts.
• Act as Client Officer for externally procured legal work related to procurement.
• Monitor and advise on changes in relevant law and practice, disseminating information and delivering training as required.
• Prepare legal implications for committee reports and attend senior officer and member-level meetings as needed.
• Assist with general litigation and legal advice functions within the wider legal services team.
• Meet chargeable hour targets and contribute to the Contracts Section’s performance standards.
• Assist in developing effective internal procedures and reporting frameworks.
• Deputise for the Chief Contracts Lawyer as required.
Skills/Experience:
• In-depth knowledge of contract law, public procurement law, tort, and commercial law, including building contracts.
• Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and finalise complex contract documentation.
• Demonstrable ability to interpret and apply legislation, case law, and policy developments to practice.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and oral.
• Experience supervising legal professionals and supporting their professional development.
• Competent in the use of legal IT systems and performance management tools.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team and across departments.
• Committed to delivering services in line with the Council’s equality and diversity standards.
Additional Information:
• Qualified solicitor, barrister (England or comparable jurisdiction), or FILEX.
