Contracts Lawyer

Service Care Legal are recruiting for a Senior Contracts Lawyer to join an East London Borough Council on a locum basis.

ROLE: Senior Contracts Lawyer

LOCATION: East London – hybrid (1–2 days per week in office)

RATE: £52.60ph umbrella / £46.09ph PAYE inc. holiday pay / £41.12ph PAYE exc. holiday pay

CONTRACT: 3 months initially, likely to extend

ROLE:

• Provide senior legal advice on public procurement and commercial contracts covering goods, services and works.
• Handle complex matters including drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts and procurement documentation.
• Advise senior officers and Members on legal, governance and policy matters.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualified Solicitor/Barrister with strong contracts and procurement experience.
• Previous local authority/public sector experience essential.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advisory skills with the ability to manage complex matters independently.

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