Lawyer (Contracts) (Permanent) Culture, Strategy & Engagement 20 Apr 2025

Contract terms

Starting salary: PO4 (£ 47,532- £50,574) - PO5 (£50,574 - £53,607)
Work location: Alexandra House, 10 Station Road, Wood Green, London, N22 7TR
Hours per week: 36
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: Sunday, 20th April 2025 at 23:59

About Haringey

Haringey is a fantastic place to live and work - the world in one borough. A place brimming with creativity, personality, radicalism, and community. It is a place where we stand up for each other. A place that is proudly distinctive. We'll be celebrating all this and more as the "rebel borough" when we are the 2027 London Borough of Culture.

About the role

Our contract lawyers will be required to provide advice on a wide range of contracts to include but not limited to: Contracts for goods and services, JCT and NEC construction contracts, contractual disputes, advising on subsidy control and public procurement. The ability to work on a full and varied caseload is essential. The role offers the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of local government/public sector contracts and procurement. Candidates with relevant experience from both the public and private sector are encouraged to apply. Candidates with private sector experience must have a solid understanding of how local authorities operate and demonstrate their ability to transfer knowledge and skills to successfully deliver a service within a local government context.

About the team

We have a highly regarded collaborative, supportive and friendly team which is central to the wide range of work connected with Haringey's projects and ambitious plan across the borough. You will be part of a team of 7 in a Lexcel Accredited legal service. You will benefit from working alongside experienced colleagues who are helpful and have had exposure to multiple high value and complex contract and procurement matters and who are happy to share their knowledge.

About you

The successful candidate will be an admitted Solicitor, Barrister, or Filex holding a current practising certificate. You will be a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic and supportive environment, demonstrating critical thinking skills and a consistently positive attitude. Exceptional client care abilities and the resilience to work effectively under pressure are essential for success in this role. A solid understanding of public procurement legislation is vital, alongside a commitment to staying up to date with relevant legal developments and undertaking research as needed. You should possess strong skills in drafting and negotiating agreements and other documentation on behalf of clients, ensuring high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.

Working for Haringey

At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work. We recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities. Our benefits package includes a leave entitlement of 31 days + bank holidays, potential hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme, and a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts.