Senior Contracts Lawyer

Locum Senior Contracts Lawyer – London Local Authority – Remote working considered – Once weekly office attendance – £45–£60+ per hour umbrella

Venn Group is working with a highly regarded and collaborative London Local Authority in their search for a Senior Contracts Lawyer on a locum basis for an initial 3-month contract with strong potential for continuation.

Details:
Job Title: Locum Senior Contracts Lawyer
Hourly Rate: £55–£60 umbrella per hour (higher rates negotiable depending on experience)
Length of Contract: 3 months initially, with strong likelihood of extension
Working Pattern: Full-time – 36 hours per week
Location: London Local Authority
Office Attendance: One day per week required – remote working considered

Duties/Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will play a senior role within the Contracts and Procurement legal team, providing high-level legal support on complex matters. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Drafting, negotiating and advising on a broad range of commercial and construction contracts
• Providing expert legal advice on major capital projects and JCT/NEC contracts
• Advising on public procurement and commercial risk
• Supporting senior stakeholders across council departments
• Supervising junior lawyers and contributing to strategic planning within the team

Preferred experience:

• Strong experience in local authority commercial and construction contract work
• In-depth knowledge of public procurement and contract law
• Demonstrable experience with JCT and NEC contracts
• Comfortable working independently on complex matters
• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of CILEX

If you are interested in this Senior Contracts Lawyer role with a London Local Authority, please contact the London office on 07441 916 456, or email your CV to southeastlegal@venngroup.com and a member of our team will get back to you.

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 Senior Contracts Lawyer – London Local Authority – Remote working considered – Once weekly office attendance – £45–£60+ per hour umbrella