Contracts & Procurement Lawyer
Are you an experienced Contracts & Procurement Lawyer looking for a role where your expertise will shape the future of a dynamic London borough? Our client is seeking a talented legal commercial contracts and procurement professional to join their high‑performing team on a permanent basis. This role is full- time for 36 hours per week.
About the role
As a Contracts & Procurement Lawyer, you will provide a comprehensive, professional legal service across all aspects of contracts and public procurement. You’ll be a key source of specialist advice for departments across the Council, supporting senior officers and elected members to deliver high‑quality, legally sound services for our residents.
This is a varied and influential role where you will:
* Handle a full caseload of contract and procurement matters independently
* Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts
* Advise on procurement strategy and compliance, including Standing Orders and governance
* Support committees, prepare reports, and brief senior stakeholders
* Keep the organisation updated on new legislation and case law
* Contribute to policy development, templates, precedents and training materials
* Represent the Council in meetings with internal teams, partners, government bodies and external organisations
About you
The council is looking for a proactive and skilled legal professional who can bring sound judgement and clear, confident advice. You must have commercial contracts and procurement experience to be considered for the role.
You will have:
* A qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX (or equivalent). Ideally 3+ PQE.
* Substantial experience in contracts and procurement, ideally within local government
* Strong knowledge of contract law, public procurement and local authority powers
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* The ability to manage a busy caseload independently
* A collaborative mindset, with the ability to guide and support junior colleagues
* A commitment to excellent customer service and the Council’s equality principles
The council is a forward‑thinking, diverse and ambitious borough. They have gone through a period of transformation and modernisation, so this is an exciting time to join the council. You’ll join a supportive legal team that values professional development, encourages flexible working and offers the opportunity to make a real impact on public services.
You will be required to attend the office 2 days per week. The council is based close to a train station and is surrounded by a plethora of shops and restaurants.
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If you're ready for a role where your commercial contracts and procurement legal expertise can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Please send an updated CV to
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