Full job descriptionSenior Lawyer - Contracts & Commercial
Location: Kirklees
Salary: £43,000 - £52,000 per annum
Experience: NQ+
Working Pattern: Hybrid / Flexible
Type: Permanent

Umar Tawil at CRA Consulting is currently working with a Local Authority in Kirklees who are looking to appoint a Senior Lawyer - Contracts & Commercial to join their Legal Services team.
This is an opportunity for a qualified lawyer at NQ level or above with experience in contracts, commercial law and, ideally, public sector procurement.
The Role
You will provide legal advice across a broad range of commercial and contractual matters, supporting the Council and its services with clear, practical and commercially focused advice.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Advising on a range of commercial contracts and agreements.
*Providing legal advice on procurement matters and public sector contracting.
*Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and associated documentation.
*Advising internal stakeholders on contractual risks and obligations.
*Supporting procurement exercises and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
*Working closely with Council departments and external stakeholders.
*Managing a varied caseload and providing timely, practical legal advice.
*Contributing to the wider development and delivery of the Council’s Legal Services.
About You
I’m keen to hear from qualified Solicitors, Barristers or CILEX Lawyers who have experience in Contracts & Commercial law, with procurement experience particularly desirable.
You will ideally have:
*NQ+ post-qualification experience.
*Experience dealing with commercial contracts.
*Knowledge or experience of public sector procurement.
*Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
*The ability to provide clear and practical legal advice.
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
*The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
*Local Authority or wider public sector experience is highly desirable.
What’s on Offer?*£43,000 - £52,000 per annum, depending on experience.
*Permanent Local Authority position.
*Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
*Varied commercial and procurement caseload.
*Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across the Council.
*Professional development and progression opportunities.

If you’re a Contracts & Commercial Lawyer with procurement experience and are considering your next move, apply below or please get in touch with Umar Tawil at CRA Consulting for a confidential discussion.