commercial/contracts lawyer.

• Handle a full caseload of 25+ matters independently with limited supervision.
• Provide expert advice on a variety of commercial and procurement matters, including but not limited to procurement law, framework agreements, call off contracts, variations, negotiations, grant funding agreements, subsidy control advice, and construction contracts (NEC).
• Demonstrate awareness and experience of working in local authority and governance requirements, including contract procedure rules, advising on constitution, exemptions, key decisions, and providing advice on legal implications in officer decision records to award contracts.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external parties to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and legal standards.

Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor or someone with equivalent experience in commercial law and contract management.
• Previous experience working in a local authority environment is critical for this role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to hit the ground running and manage a high-volume workload effectively.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate (£50 - £60 per hour).
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a challenging and rewarding environment.

If this is the Role for you apply below:

Wanting to know more or looking for other roles in Social work please contact Rebecca at or on 0191 535 7143

Why work with Randstad:

• Be paired with a dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
• C.V and interview support with regular updates and feedback
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Find your own job bonus

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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