Job Description
Major Projects Lawyer (Contracts & Procurement)
Locum, 3-6 months+
London Local Authority
£50-60 per hour (umbrella)
Do you want to be involved in high-profile projects?
We are assisting a reputable and forward-thinking local authority in London in their search for a Major Projects Lawyer.
Due to low turnover, this team does not often have openings available, so don't miss out on this rare opportunity to join them!
The ideal candidate will be an experienced and committed Contracts and Procurement Lawyer with the skills to be able to hit the ground running with complex project work.
The role:
- Give high quality legal advice to the Council and their various departments
- Deal with high profile, politically sensitive and high value projects (including construction and regeneration)
- Good knowledge of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 is essential
- Company law experience is desirable but not essential (i.e. for dealing with housing companies)
Selling points:
- Exposure to high quality, career-accelerating work
- Full-time and part-time options
- Flexible working - hybrid or remote options
- Excellent reputation
- Friendly and growing team
- Good paralegal support
- Good feedback about management
- Good relationships with clients and internal departments
- Great resources (documents, templates, PCL, Westlaw) and IT
While previous local authority experience is preferred, our clients will consider candidates from other public sector areas, as long as you can demonstrate the required skills.
If you have the necessary skills, ambition and experience for this role please apply now via this advert.
Should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Chloë Cameron in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.
Applicants are invited to discuss their salary requirements upon application.
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