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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy local authority in Luton. Are looking for a Contract Solicitor to join their organisation.

Job Role: Contract Solicitor
Temporary or Permanent: Temp
Possible End Date: 3 months (possible extension)
Number of Positions: 1 position
Location: Luton
Office Based/Hybrid: TBC
Rate of Pay: £45 p/h umbrella

Key Responsibilities:

• To give legal advice, often in relation to highly complex matters, to Officers and Members of the Council including in relation to complex matters as required to allow them to make decisions and achieve solutions to problems which comply with the law and governance requirements.
• To advise on and deal with all legal matters relating to UK and EU contract and public procurement law, related governance and other general legal matters affecting the Council.
• Carry out, with a minimum of supervision, a wide range of  legal work as required, including  the drafting of any necessary legal documents, including but not limited to, legal letters, legal agreements, deeds, notices, orders, consents and by-laws as well as negotiating agreements, settlements and such matters, to implement decisions taken in pursuance of the Council's functions.
• Prepare and approve reports for, and to attend to give legal and procedural advice at, including in relation to complex and highly complex matters.

  Job Requirements:

• Have a minimum of two years’ relevant experience as a Contract Solicitor or equivalent.
• Significant experience of giving legal advice on and drafting straightforward and complex documentation relating to all contracts and procurement matters.
• Participate in projects relating to corporate, interdivisional or interdepartmental work as may be required by the Principal Solicitor.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tareeq.smith@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tareeq on 020 3854 4911 to discuss further.

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