Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

Job title:

Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer

Company

Venn Group

Job description

Locum Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer – London – £60-65 per hour – Hybrid WorkingPosition: Senior Contracts and Procurement LawyerOrganisation: London-based local authorityDuration: 3 months with possible extensions thereafterWorking Pattern: Full time hoursWorking Arrangement: Hybrid working with office attendance once per weekHourly Rate: £60-65 per hour (Umbrella)Venn Group’s specialist public sector legal team are recruiting on behalf of a Local Authority based in London, who are in need of a skilled Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to assist the team owing to a large increase in workload and the recent retirement of a staff memberThe role of Locum Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer is offered for an initial 3 month period with there being potential for extensions thereafter based on business requirements. This position is one that will expose you to a wide range of contracts and procurement work within local government and expand your legal repertoire extensivelyThe ideal candidate for this role will be a qualified Barrister, Solicitor or Legal Executive (CILEx) with a proven track record of successfully managing a complex Contract and Procurement caseload within Local Government or Public Sector OrganisationDuties shall include: * Procurement and Contract Management: Deliver strategic legal guidance on drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement laws and safeguarding the organization’s interests

• Service Concession Agreements: Advise on structuring and implementing concession agreements, allowing third parties to operate services or facilities, ensuring all legal aspects are effectively managed
• Grant Management: Handle all legal matters related to grant agreements, from application processes to disbursement, ensuring compliance with funding regulations and offering guidance through the legal intricacies
• Corporate Governance: Provide comprehensive support on corporate matters, including mergers, acquisitions, compliance, and restructuring, ensuring smooth legal processes within the organisation
• Pension Scheme Advisory: Offer expert legal advice on pension regulations and compliance, ensuring the proper management and administration of pension schemes in line with statutory requirements
• Collaborative Inter-Authority Agreements: Facilitate legal agreements between local authorities for shared services and projects, ensuring clarity and compliance across joint initiatives
• Outsourcing and Insourcing Transactions: Support organisations with the legal aspects of outsourcing services or bringing operations back in-house, focusing on compliance and efficient contract oversight

While the Council are looking for someone with expertise knowledge in all of these areas applicants who do not fit the full criteria are strongly encouraged to apply for this rolePlease apply for this role online or contact Aidan Sallis via phone or email for further information07441 916 456

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 23:57:53 GMT

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