Principal Lawyer - Commercial and ContractsSandwell Council seek a Commercial Lawyer to join their team in a senior capacity as Principal Commercial Lawyer.This role will see you playing a key role in setting strategic goals for the team and advising on complex multi-million-pound procurement and contract activities. The position would be ideally suited to a Commercial Lawyer with strong technical and communication skills who is looking to take the next step in their career. In return, the position offers hybrid working opportunities as well as a generous benefits package.The role:Advise on a range of contract and procurement activitiesEnsuring legal compliance and manage risk for key projectsAssist in the management of Law and Governance ServicesIdentify legal risks associated with multi-million pound projectsPropose strategies to effectively mitigate riskSupervise and assist in the supervision of other team membersPackage:Hybrid working with significant remote workingFormal policy allowing for flexible workingGenerous annual leave entitlementsAccess to the Local Government Pension SchemeAccess to an award-winning employee benefits schemeRelocation package if requiredSalary: £55,800 - £60,344About you:Qualified Solicitor or Barrister Abilities commensurate with at least five years' PQEExperience in supervising and managing othersIf you would like to learn more, please apply now with your up-to-date CV.