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Solicitor

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
09/07/2021
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 23/07/2021 23:59
Salary:
Grade L, £40,876 -£43,857
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Legal
Vacancy ID:
210597
Employment Location:
Gateshead
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
23 Jul
Further Information
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic qualified Solicitor or Barrister to join our Commercial Team.

The applicant should have a sound knowledge of contract and public procurement law, including the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and experience of a wide range of commercial transactions. The duties related to the post will include advising on social care
, public health, construction, waste, and IT contracts and supporting projects of strategic significance to the Council. The role will also involve supporting collaborative and joint working with other local authorities and public bodies and supporting other Council client organisations.

The successful applicant will have strong experience in preparing contract documentation as well as providing sound procurement and commercial advice across the range of the Council's functions.

Good communications skills, the ability to build and maintain good personal relationships, the ability to work independently and as part of a team and to manage priorities and deadlines are essential qualities.

This is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not apply.

Online applications only at www.gateshead.gov.uk
Please note
This job is closed for applications.

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