Contracts Lawyer

Location
England, Tyne and Wear, Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary
£39782 - £42683 per annum + public sector pension and holidays
Posted
13 Jan 2021
Closes
10 Feb 2021
Ref
267389
Contact
Sara Robinson
Job Title
Lawyer
Practice Area
Commercial Contracts
PQE Level
2-4, 5-7, NQ
Contract Type
Contract
Hours
Full Time

Sellick Partnership are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join a local authority in the North East for a 2 year fixed term contract.

This role would be ideallly suited to someone with either previous commercial contracts and procurement experience or someone looking to move into the area of law.

The successful cadidate will pick up matters such as:

  • Range of commercial transactions
  • Advising on social care and public health, construction, waste, and IT contracts
  • Public Procurement matters
  • Projects of strategic significance to the Council

The role will also involve supporting collaborative and joint working with other local authorities and public bodies and supporting other Council client organisations.

The successful applicant will have strong experience in preparing contract documentation as well as providing sound procurement and commercial advice across the range of the Council's functions. In return you will receive a competitive salary, public sector pension and flexible working patterns.

We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately to be considered for short listing. Alternatively should you require further information or wish to discuss your suitability before applying please contact Sara Robinson in our Manchester office for a confidential discussion.

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