Solicitor Location: Hornton Street, W8 7NX Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2 Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 30.40 Per Hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Offer expert legal advice and guidance on public procurement, contract, and commercial law. Provide legal support for regeneration, housing, schools, and commercial construction projects. Deliver efficient legal services in the Contract and Procurement Team. Advise on matters related to Construction Acts, Public Contracts, Data Protection, and administrative law. Handle complex and routine legal cases independently. Act as an advocate in court proceedings and public inquiries. Negotiate terms with external parties and attend relevant meetings. Draft legal documents and statements, ensuring compliance with time limits. Attend and advise at Council meetings and committees. Instruct external solicitors or Counsel when necessary. Keep records of all work and monitor changes in law and practice. Identify training needs and assist with quality management initiatives. Person Specifications Must Have Qualified Solicitor entitled to practice in England and Wales. Specialist knowledge and experience in public procurement, contract, and construction law. Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly. Experience in handling construction law matters. Knowledge of Local Government law or willingness to learn. Computer literacy and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently. Nice to Have Experience working within or for Local Government. Experience representing at Courts, Tribunals, and Inquiries. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed