Senior Commercial Lawyer at Bury Council
Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.5% employer contribution.
Join an Ambitious Team Shaping Bury’s Future
Bury Council is looking for a professional Commercial Lawyer to join a highly ambitious team. You will lead a mixed caseload of contractual matters and advise on procurement, which will include acting as the Council’s primary point of contact for all contract transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drafting and reviewing, Grant Funding Agreements, framework agreements and service level agreements and contracts relating to all aspects of the Council’s business including a variety of business, goods and service and works contracts
* Assist with advising on procurement and supporting the Council navigating the new procurement regime
* Handle the provision of high quality and timely legal advice and support to Officers and Members
* Attend relevant Council Committees, working groups and briefings to give legal advice to Officers and Members, some of which will be held in the evening
* Provide support and supervision to Legal Assistants
About you:
This is a role for a proactive, ambitious legal professional ready to take on challenging and rewarding work. To succeed, you will:
* Be a qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with experience in commercial law
* Have a strong understanding of contracts and procurement law, previous public sector experience would be a major advantage
* Possess excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
* Be confident in managing a varied workload and working on high-profile projects.
What We Offer
In recognition of your expertise and commitment, we offer a wide range of benefits, including:
* A competitive salary and generous annual leave allowance.
* Flexible working arrangements, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic.
* Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme, with a 19.5% employer contribution.
* Access to an Employee Support Programme for your well-being.
* Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
Next steps:
For more information about this opportunity or about working for Bury Council, please speak to our recruitment partners at Venn Group.
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