Job Description

Northampton (Hybrid Working Available) Competitive Daily Rate Inside IR35 Full-Time 37 Hours per Week Contract Until 25 September 2026 (Potential Extension)

Lynx Employment Services are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Senior Contracts Lawyer to join a busy Local Authority legal team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional to provide high-quality advice on a wide range of commercial contracts and procurement matters, supporting key Council services and projects.

The Role

As a Senior Contracts Lawyer, you will provide expert legal advice across a varied caseload, ensuring the Council's interests are protected while delivering practical, commercially focused legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist legal advice on commercial contracts and procurement matters.
• Draft, negotiate and review a wide range of commercial agreements.
• Advise on public procurement legislation and contract governance.
• Support major projects and corporate initiatives.
• Provide legal advice to senior officers, Members and service departments.
• Manage a varied caseload independently whilst meeting key deadlines.
• Instruct and manage external legal advisers where required.
• Ensure compliance with current legislation, Council policies and best practice.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

What's on Offer

If you're an experienced Contracts Lawyer looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV to Lynx Employment Services.