Experienced local government contracts solicitor required

1. Delivering comprehensive, timely legal advice and legal work in particular in the areas of commercial law, contract law, procurement law, company law and local government law and practice
2. Ensuring that decision-making in relation to the Council’s contracts is lawful and in accordance with the Council’s Constitution and the Council’s governance arrangements
3. Support the provision of project management where required, and the provision of commercial support and governance of projects in accordance with the Council’s governance and management arrangements as required
4. Undertaking the legal work of a specialist and/or complex nature, including research, the preparation of advice to Council officers and Elected Members, the drafting of contracts, and the drafting and presentation of reports and other documentation, without supervision
5. Liaison with the Group Lawyer (Corporate) and the other managers/officers within Legal Services to ensure effective co-ordination of all legal services to the Council

If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.