Contracts Lawyer

Rate: £60-65 per hour

Contract: 3 months

A progressive, dynamic local authority based in the West Midlands are seeking a Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer to join their legal team to play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services.

As a Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer, you will:

• Provide expert legal advice and support on public procurement and commercial contracts.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Support Principal Lawyers on complex contracts, procurement matters, and high-level projects.
• Handle contract disputes and risk management for the Council.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners.

We are looking for a qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives - FCILEx) with at least three years' post-qualification experience in Local Authority or public sector contracts and procurement law.

The ideal candidate will:? Have strong case management skills and experience handling a high-volume workload.? Possess excellent client care and communication skills.? Demonstrate existing management experience.? Be eager to deliver a high-quality, solutions-focused legal service.

• Agile/Smart working - flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Family-friendly policies - enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternity leave.
• Discounts & savings - thousands of offers at major retailers.
• Professional development - access to high-quality training and career growth opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced contracts and procurement legal professional to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of the council and surrounding areas.

Apply today and be part of a forward-thinking legal team!