Senior Contracts Lawyer

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Lewisham Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Senior Contracts Lawyer this role will be: SE6 4RU Hybrid 2 days officed based

The right candidate will:

• Ensure that legal advice and assistance is provided efficiently and expeditiously both personally and by other staff within the Team. Manage and co-ordinate the work of staff and provide advice, guidance and direction as necessary.
• Deputise for the Principal Lawyer as required.
• Manage a group of staff within the Team on a day to day basis, as required by the Principal Lawyer.
• Undertake as required (and in particular in any major work area allocated), a personal caseload of the more complex contract advice, and agreement preparation work.
• Deal with the preparation of complex or unique forms of contract, specialised agreements, advise on any matters of contract law and prepare other complex or unusual documentation as above.
• To work flexibly as part of the Contracts Team and be willing to offer support and assistance to other lawyers in the wider Legal team as required.

We require the following:

• Substantial practical relevant experience of the appropriate area of work set out in the job description
• Experience of undertaking an extensive and varied legal caseload proficiently at a senior level
• Experience of managing staff and of ensuring performance of work programmes and objectives within strict legislative and other timescales

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,