Locum Commercial Contracts Lawyer – West Midlands – Remote Working – initial 3 months+ – up to £50 per hour
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are thrilled to be recruiting for a Locum Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join a reputable Local Authority in the West Midlands. This assignment will be for an initial period of 3 months subject to possible extension thereafter and will be worked on a fully remote basis for the foreseeable future. The client is ideally seeking someone to take on the position on a full-time basis however, candidates with part-time availability may also be considered.
This opportunity is suitable for a Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with professional experience gained within Local Government.
The appointed candidate will be experienced in Commercial Contracts, Procurement and Dispute Resolution.
Duties may include:
· Handling a mixed caseload of contracts to include assisting with general contracts queries and pre dispute matters
· Acting as a Legal Advisor to the standards committee and the planning committee
· Drafting documentation that achieves clients’ objectives and to negotiate and settle documentation with their third parties
· Providing high quality legal advice and assistance on contract and commercial matters to client departments across the Local Authority
· Maintaining awareness of relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice
An attractive hourly rate of up to £50 Umbrella is offered for this position. Candidates will be considered on a case by case basis, and the hourly rate shown will be dependent upon levels of experience.
For further information, please contact Connie Ross or Will Pardoe on 0121 616 0660, alternatively email midlandslegal@venngroup.com
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates