Principal Commercial Lawyer (Regeneration)

Principal Commercial Lawyer (Regeneration)

Job Title: Principal Commercial Lawyer

Company: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £50,607- £53,716

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Commercial Lawyer to join their dynamic Legal Services team. 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.

In addition, there may be scope to work on Major Regeneration Projects, contributing to the transformation of the local community through the development of local housing schemes. This project aims to revitalize the housing landscape within Sandwell, offering residents improved living conditions and sustainable communities.

Benefits

• Salary £50,607 – £53,716
• Hybrid working with a significant remote working component
• 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:

• Lead on legal aspects of regeneration projects, with a focus on commercial and procurement matters
• Advise on complex legal issues, ensuring compliance with legislation, regulations, and policies
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts, including construction agreements, development agreements, joint venture agreements, and procurement contracts
• Advise on public procurement regulations, tendering processes, and contract management
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and promote effective decision-making
• Liaise with external legal counsel and manage relationships with key stakeholders

Essential 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

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.