Locum Commercial Contracts Lawyer – All Remote Working – Up to £55 per hour Umbrella – Thames Valley
Venn Group’s specialist legal team are urgently recruiting for a Locum Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join a Local Authority in the Home Thames Valley.
This assignment will be for an initial period of 4 months subject to likely possible extension thereafter. The role will be worked on a fully remote basis for the foreseeable. The client is seeking someone on a full time basis however part time candidates possessing the right experience will be considered.
The ideal candidate would be a Qualified Solicitor or Barrister who is able to handle a complex caseload of commercial contracts matters with extensive professional experience gained within Local Government or Private Practice.
Duties may include:
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Managing a caseload of matters and reviewing work to ensure work is completed to a high standard and adhering to given timescales and budgets
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Providing instructions to Counsel as required following the directions of the Head of Legal
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Providing training and guidance to the client departments and the rest of the legal team in completing their tasks
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Supporting junior staff members in their development
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Reviewing existing contracts, revising and amending existing contracts to make them fit for the Council’s purpose
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Drafting relevant contracts for developmental projects within the local area
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Liaising with internal and external stakeholders thus negotiating with them where necessary
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Ensuring all relevant regulatory procedures are carried out hence providing advice when required
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Reviewing reports for Executive and Non-Executive committees
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Drafting new catering agreements for various educational establishments
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Building and maintaining relationships with other colleagues within the Local Authority
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Proactively working to support the team and provide training to junior members
An attractive hourly rate of up to £55 Umbrella is offered for this position dependant on experience.
Please apply for this role online or contact Connie Ross or Tom Hoult via phone or email for further information.
0121 616 0660
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates. All salaries and PQE ranges stated serve only as a guide and all applicants will be considered on their individual merits.
Locum Commercial Contracts Lawyer – All Remote Working – Up to £55 per hour Umbrella – Thames Valley