Commercial Contracts Lawyer
A local authority based in the East Midlands is seeking a Commercial Contracts Lawyer for an initial three-month locum role.
The role is full time (37 hours per week) which is being offered on a remote basis, although occasional office attendance may be required. The client is seeking a qualified lawyer with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE and a current practising certificate. Local authority experience is advantageous.
Work will include services contracts, IT contracts, framework agreements, collaborative procurements, grant agreements and subsidy control.
The local authority is looking for someone to start on the 9 th February 2026. Pay rate is circa. £55 umbrella per hour.
To register an interest in the role, please send an updated CV to zalex@lawabsolute.com
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