Senior Solicitor ( Procurement)

Description

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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