Principal Contracts Lawyer
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Principal Contracts Lawyer

Reed

Job Location : Berkshire, UK

Posted on : 15/01/2025 - Valid Till : 15/02/2025

Job Description :

Locum Principal Contracts Lawyer | Predominantly Remote Working | Hourly Rate D.O.E

REED’s specialist In-House Legal team is thrilled to be recruiting for a skilled Principal Contracts Lawyer to join our client’s team for an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for further extension. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a public sector company, providing expert legal advice and support on a variety of contractual and procurement matters while also being responsible for leading and managing the Corporate Commercial Team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and provide legal advice on contract and procurement law.
  • Strategic leadership with a proven track record of managing a team of senior lawyers, lawyers, and paralegals.
  • Allocation and management of legal referrals.
  • Strong understanding of public sector frameworks.
  • Handle a range of contractual agreements within a local government/public setting.
  • Manage commercial contracts, procurement, information management, IT, technology, construction, intellectual property, public law, and grant agreements.
  • Address public procurement matters and frameworks.
  • Work with JCT & NEC contracts.
  • Ability to sit and advise on various boards within the Council.
  • Company law experience.

Why Apply?

This role offers flexibility with the option to work hybrid or remotely, making it ideal for professionals seeking a dynamic and adaptable work environment.

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To apply for this role, you will need to demonstrate that you have:

  • A current practising certificate and be entitled to practice in England as a Solicitor, Barrister, or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives.
  • Post-qualification experience in contract and procurement rules and regulations.
  • An ability to work to tight deadlines and perform well under pressure.
  • An ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Experience leading a team.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity—apply now! Contact Sophie Clarke at REED Norwich immediately to learn more and apply. Your expertise could be exactly what we need!

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