We are currently partnering with a Legal Firm based in Cambridgeshire, who are recruiting for a Senior Commercial Lawyer to join their busy Local Government team.
Our client is proud to be one of the first Alternative Business Structure law firms owned by public bodies established in the UK.
This is a full-time position and can offer a day rate of between £400.00 - £450.00 per day, with office attendance required once a week.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
* Acting as a legal advisor to client organisations in relation to commercial, contracts, procurement, trading and corporate law to ensure compliance with statutory duties, obligations and to protect the best legal interests of the client organisations to the highest standard.
* Preparing, negotiating and advising on all aspects relating to legal projects involving multiple agencies and client interests, including the third sector and charitable organisations.
* Acting as a source of legal and procedural advice and support to any of the client Committees and or Directorates to ensure that a strong corporate governance culture is achieved and when necessary to cover the absence of colleagues.
* Conducting and managing a wide-ranging caseload of both straightforward and complex legal and advice work.
* Deputising for the Principal Lawyer in his/her absence and assist in management and supervision of the Commercial Team as required.
* Supporting the Principal Lawyer in managing the strategic and operational delivery of the Commercial Team and be responsible for the provision of a responsive, high quality and effective legal service.
Experience required:
* Local government experience.
* JCT experience.
Working hours:
* 35 hours per week.
* Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm.
* Open to considering part-time options (minimum 30 hours).
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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