Senior Solicitor (Contracts and Procurement)
Sector: Local Authority
Department: Corporate Services
Reports to: Head of Law (Place)
Contract: 4–5 months (contract), Monday to Friday hybrid working (2/3)
Location: London
Pay: £475–£500 per day (umbrella), inside IR35
Management: No direct reports
Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Solicitor to join the Contracts and Procurement Legal Team in the local authority sector on a contract basis for 4 to 5 months. This is a hands-on role where you’ll provide expert legal advice and work closely with colleagues, managers, and partner agencies to support key organisational priorities. You’ll help ensure legal services run smoothly and to a high standard.
Responsibilities
* Act as a senior member of the Contracts and Procurement Legal Team.
* Support the Head of Law (Place) on contracts and procurement—drafting agreements, advising on procurement, and related matters.
* Provide clear legal advice on contracts and procurement within the local authority.
* Draft, review, and negotiate complex contractual documents.
* Advise on procurement processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
* Deliver first-rate legal support, focused on client service and continuous improvement.
* Instruct and liaise with external solicitors or counsel when necessary.
* Research and draft reports, making sure all issues are addressed.
* Train staff on the Procurement Act 2023 and related regulations.
* Mentor and guide the Brunel Student when required.
* Advise on governance issues, including complex and high-profile cases.
* Work directly with senior managers, providing practical legal support.
* Produce reports and data for team and organisational needs.
* Offer legal advice on major projects and other key initiatives.
* Advise elected members and the senior leadership team as appropriate.
* Tackle ad hoc tasks as they arise.
* Help further the Council’s climate and ecological priorities.
Your skills
* Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
* Strong background in contracts and procurement law
* Experience working for a local authority or within the public sector
* Confident working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
* Strong analytical and communication skills
* Politically astute, proactive, and solutions-focused
If you’re a skilled contracts and procurement lawyer seeking a new contract role within the local authority sector in London, we'd love to hear from you. Interviews to take place as soon as possible with a view to a start sooner thereafter.