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Assistant Procurement and Commercial Lawyer

Employer
Leeds City Council
Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Salary
£31,401 to £34,106
Closing date
26 Mar 2019

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Assistant Procurement and Commercial Lawyer (Procurement and Commercial Service). PO2 - £31,401 to £34,106

Procurement and Commercial Services is at the very centre of procurement and commercial contracts delivery within Leeds City Council.

The post holder will provide legal and commercial advice to support the delivery of the Council’s Procurement and Commercial Services.  

We are now seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic lawyer to join our team to provide legal and commercial support to key projects/procurements across the Council and the wider City Region.

The role would provide the opportunity to work in the procurement and commercial legal team on:

(i) high profile and complex projects in Leeds such as HS2, a city wide district heating scheme and world class events

(ii) regional projects, procurements and investment funds

(iii) procurements to support all the Council’s service areas.

You will need to have experience of working in contracts and commercial law and projects and demonstrate enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

This is a great opportunity to further your career in a role which can offer a variety of work in a vibrant and forward thinking environment.

The role offers the opportunity for flexible working and a generous annual leave entitlement. Leeds City Council is a member of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund.

For an informal chat about this position please call John Wilkinson, Legal Manager, on 07891 276401.

To apply, please visit the Leeds City Council jobs site at www.leeds.gov.uk/jobs (job ref. 18702).

Closing date: 26 March 2019

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Our ambition is to be the best council and the best city in the UK. Leeds City Council is committed to making sure all staff receive the right training and development to help deliver excellent services to the people of Leeds. Our aim is to develop an empowered, motivated and effective workforce within the Council.

We promote diversity and want a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

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