Locum Senior Contracts Lawyer

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Locum Senior Contracts Lawyer - London Local Authority - Remote working considered - Once weekly office attendance - £50-£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: Senior Contracts Lawyer
Hourly Rate: £50-£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
• 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