Locum Property Lawyer
Local Authority – South East
Initial 3–6 Month Contract | Fully Remote Working
Vivid Resourcing are currently working with a local authority in the South East who are seeking an experienced Locum Commercial Contracts & Procurement Lawyer to join their legal services team on an interim basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to support a busy legal team, advising on a varied caseload of commercial contracts and procurement matters while benefiting from a fully remote working arrangement.
Responsibilities:
* Managing a broad caseload of commercial contracts and public procurement matters
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements
* Advising on procurement processes, tender documentation and contract award procedures
* Providing legal advice on compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and wider public procurement legislation
* Supporting internal stakeholders on contractual, procurement and governance issues
* Managing matters from instruction through to completion with minimal supervision
Requirements:
* Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive in England & Wales
* Proven experience handling commercial contracts and procurement matters, ideally within a local authority or wider public sector environment
* Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and public procurement legislation
* Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work independently in a fully remote role
Contract Details:
* Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience)
* Fully remote working
* Initial 3–6 month contract with strong potential for extension
* Flexible start date
If you are a Contracts & Procurement Lawyer looking for your next fully remote locum opportunity, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion