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Commercial Contracts and Procurement Locum
CR/006381_1777403183
Posted: 28/04/2026
- £55 - £65 per hour + D.O.E
- South East England
- Locum
- Legal, Local Government & Public Sector
Commercial Contracts & Procurement Locum
Remote working
£55 - £65ph + DOE
We are seeking an experienced Contracts & Procurement Locum to join one of our Local Authority in-house Legal Services teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer to work at the heart of local government, advising on high-profile projects that directly impact our communities.
The successful applicant will join a busy but friendly team on an ongoing/long-term basis.
As our Contracts & Procurement Lawyer, you will:
- Provide expert legal advice on a broad range of commercial contracts and procurement matters.
- Advice on compliance with the Procurement Act 2023, public procurement regulations, subsidy control, and wider public law considerations
- Draft, negotiate, and review a variety of agreements, including: service contracts, framework agreements, collaboration agreements, grant funding agreements and supply contracts
- Work closely with senior officers, elected members, and external stakeholders to deliver strategic objectives
- Manage a varied caseload with autonomy while contributing to wider legal team priorities
We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive with significant post-qualification experience in contracts and procurement law; ideally gained within the public sector.
If you wish to be considered for the role of Commercial Contracts & Procurement locum, please apply now or contact Natalie Ferguson in our Manchester office for more information.
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Natalie Ferguson
Manager