Locum Contracts & Procurement Lawyer – Wales – 3 Months Initial – Remote Working – £55 Umbrella
Venn Group's specialist legal team is currently working with a reputable Local Authority in Wales area who are recruiting for a Locum Contracts & Procurement Lawyer to join their department.
This is a full-time position, offered for an initial term of 6 months, to start within the next 6 weeks. It will be worked on a fully remote basis. The role has arisen to cover a period of extended leave within the team.
This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Barrister, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to become part of an innovative Local Authority.
Duties may include:
- Providing specialist procurement and contract law services and policy advice
- Providing legal services in respect of procurement and contract law transactions including all negotiations on behalf of the Council as may be necessary
- Preparing and approving reports for Council, Cabinet and other committee meetings and represent the Chief Officer at such meetings within the remit of the team
- Maintaining the high standards of the department through compliance with the LEXCEL standard
- Assisting in the development and implementation of performance management processes within the department in association with the Chief Executive's Business Plan
- Supervising the work of the Paralegal and assist in providing professional support to others within the team
- Actively participating in Special Interest Groups with responsibility to feedback to other colleagues and keep them fully informed of any impending implications and training opportunities
- Undertaking the Health and Safety responsibilities which fall within a manager's role and the personal Health and Safety responsibilities within the HASAWA 1974
- Ensuring that all activities are operated in accordance with Equal Opportunities legislation and Best Practice
An hourly rate of £55 via umbrella is offered for this position.
For further information, please contact Michael Attwood or Charlotte Foley on , alternatively email with details of your availability and your current CV and we will be in touch to discuss.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.