Principal Commercial Lawyer

Principal Commercial Lawyer

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £50,607- £53,716

Hybrid: Hybrid/Remote & flexible working

An opportunity has arisen for a talented Commercial Contracts & Procurement Lawyer to join Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council’s Legal Team as Principal Commercial Lawyer.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial contracts and procurement matters, supporting the council in its day-to-day operations and strategic objectives.

As the Principal Commercial Lawyer, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and support on a variety of commercial contracts and procurement matters. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including senior management, procurement teams, and various business units, ensuring legal compliance, mitigating risks and optimising commercial outcomes.

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where individuals are valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. They offer a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Benefits

• Salary £50,607 – £53,716
• Hybrid working with significant remote working
• Formal policy allowing for flexible working
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to an award-winning employee benefits scheme
• 31 days annual leave, rising to 36 after five years continuous service
• Option to buy an additional 10 days annual leave per annum

Responsibilities:

• Manage a stimulating caseload of commercial and procurement matters
• Advise on complex legal issues
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts
• Advise on public procurement regulations, tendering processes, and contract management
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders
• Promote effective decision-making
• Liaise with external legal counsel and manage relationships with key stakeholders

Requirements:

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 5 years' PQE
• Extensive experience in providing legal advice relating to commercial law and procurement
• Strong knowledge of UK commercial law, including contract law, public procurement regulations
• Experience in handling commercial negotiations and drafting and reviewing commercial contracts
• Local Authority experience (desirable but not essential)

If you meet the above-mentioned criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please apply to receive more information.

Please apply by sending your CV to sandwellmbc@venngroup.com

Please note that all applications and enquiries need to be directed to Venn Group and any applications made to the Council directly or indirectly will be passed on to Venn Group for review.

For an informal discussion, please contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group on 07703 832834 or email nstoate@venngroup.com

Closing date for completed applications is Sunday, 7 July 2023. It is intended that interviews will be held during week commencing 24 July 2023. We look forward to hearing from you.

Sandwell MBC is an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.