Commercial Lawyer

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We are currently working in partnership with a Local Authority in the West Midlands, who are recruiting for a Commercial Lawyer to join their team on a locum basis, for 3-months initially with potential for extension.

The role offers predominantly remote working, with ad-hoc attendance in the West Midlands, and a rate in the region of £50 - £55 p/hour UMB, subject to experience.

The ideal candidate will have experience of handling contracts and procurement law within Local Government, and skills in handling high-value and complex agreements.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Supporting, drafting and negotiating complex agreements, including PFI, funding agreements and joint ventures
• Advising on procurement strategy and risk management
• Supporting legal and operational priorities across major programmes and projects, providing legal support throughout the project lifecycle, including risk management, contract management and dispute resolution
• Drafting and negotiating the full suite of construction contracts, e.g. NEC and JCTs, and advising on construction-related regulations
• Reviewing and advising on clearance reports within the context of the Council’s governance and decision-making procedures

Rewards and Benefits:

• Predominantly Remote Working

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

• Seniority level
  
  Not Applicable

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function Legal
• Industries Government Administration and Legal Services

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