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28.04.2025
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12.06.2025
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Principal Lawyer (Commercial)
Location: Hybrid – Based from Huntingdon, Shefford or Northampton
Contract: 12–18 Month Fixed Term Contract | Full Time (37 hours)
Salary: £64,354 + £1,435 management allowance (where applicable)
Role Overview
Lead public sector change through commercial law. Looking to advance your legal career with meaningful work? Join a dynamic legal practice serving local authorities, NHS bodies, charities, and the wider public and not-for-profit sectors.
This role offers flexibility for seasoned team leaders or experienced practitioners focusing solely on legal work.
Key Responsibilities
* Advising public sector clients on commercial, contract, procurement, and corporate law
* Providing strategic legal advice to senior officers and elected members
* Managing a diverse caseload across construction, governance, and public law
* (Optional) Leading and developing a team of lawyers with additional allowance
* Promoting client service, legal innovation, and operational excellence
Candidate Profile
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive
* Proven experience in commercial contracts & procurement
* Ability to handle complex caseloads and priorities
* Proactive, problem-solving approach
Benefits of Working Here
* Purpose-driven work with community impact
* Flexible hybrid working with office hubs in Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire & Northamptonshire
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* 26 days annual leave (rising with service) + bank holidays + option to buy more
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Family-friendly policies and EAP support
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