Locum General Commercial Contracts Lawyer

Panoramic Associates are supporting a public sector client who are seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Lawyer to provide interim support alongside their construction specialist. This role offers flexibility, with the option to work full or part-time, and will initially be offered on a 3-month contract with potential to extend.

Responsibilities

• Advising on and drafting a broad range of commercial contracts, including call-off contracts and grant agreements
• Supporting procurement processes under the new procurement regime/regulations
• Client-facing project support, including reporting on progress and risks
• Collaborating with internal service areas and arm's-length organisations

Essential skills

• Strong procurement expertise, with knowledge of the new regime/regulations
• Proven experience in commercial contracts work
• Excellent reporting and communication skills
• Ability to manage client relationships and project demands effectively
• Experience in local government, including governance requirements
• Previous work with arm's-length organisations

Contract details

• Rate: £50 per hour
• Location: Remote, with occasional in-person meetings if preferred (not mandatory)
• Hours: Full-time or part-time
• Contract length: 3 months minimum, with scope for extension
• Start date: Mid-September 2025 (latest by end of September)

The successful candidate will be outcome-driven, transparent, and proactive, with the ability to handle sensitive client relationships and support organisational change.

If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated CV and contact number to Sean Cloherty at Panoramic Associates so we can discuss further.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services