Commercial Lawyer - Northamptonshire, United Kingdom - Venn Group

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    Commercial Lawyer

    £49,500 - £56,750 DOE, Northampton

    Flexible working, Local Government Pension Scheme, and 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase more

    Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team based in Northamptonshire. In this role you will provide a high quality, innovative and professional legal service to public sector and not-for-profit organisations predominantly on commercial, contractual and procurement law. The perfect candidate will be a sound decision maker, proactive and able to act upon their own initiative.

    Responsibilities:

    • Act as a legal advisor to client organisations in relation to commercial, contracts, procurement, trading, and corporate law
    • Preparing, negotiating, and advising on all aspects relating to legal projects involving multiple agencies and client interests, including the third sector and charitable organisations
    • Conduct and manage a wide-ranging caseload legal and advice work
    • Support the Principal Lawyer in managing the delivery of the Commercial Team
    • Represent clients in negotiations and discussions with third parties

    Person specification:

    • Knowledge of and ability to apply contract, commercial and procurement related law
    • Ability to conduct legal research, interpret legislation and summarise the key points of relevant legislation and case law in a clear and client friendly manner
    • Ability to develop client relationships and identify areas for expansion of work
    • Confident working under their own initiative, anticipate challenges and be proactive when dealing with them

    Benefits:

    • Local Government Pension Scheme
    • Family Friendly policies including excellent maternity, paternity, and adoption entitlements
    • Flexible working arrangements including flexible hours and hybrid working which allows for remote working with regular office attendance to encourage a balanced work to life ratio
    • A generous minimum annual leave entitlement of 25 days, rising on 5 and 10 years service, plus public holidays. With the option to purchase more annual leave
    • An exceptional Employee Assistance Program which helps supports employees with workplace changes as well as other work, family and personal issues

    For further information about this role please contact Tia Smith from Venn Group on or