Solicitor - Commercial and Public Procurement

DAC Beachcroft is seeking an ambitious and commercial solicitor to join our highly successful Commercial & Procurement team. The team specialises in advising on procurement and contract law for complex, high value public sector projects across various sectors including health, education, transport, roads, nuclear and more.

Responsibilities

Drafting, negotiating and advising on complex commercial contracts for public and private sector clients; Advising on outsourcing, managed services, technology, facilities management and strategic service delivery arrangements; Supporting public sector clients on major transformation, infrastructure and regeneration projects; Advising on PFI, PPP and other long-term partnering arrangements throughout their lifecycle, including contract management, contract variations, operational issues and expiry planning; Supporting clients in relation to PFI handback and operational contract matters; Advising on procurement strategy, procurement processes and procurement law compliance; Providing practical, risk-based and commercially focused advice to clients; Building and maintaining strong client relationships; Supporting business development, thought leadership, training and client events

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor with experience gained in a recognised commercial, projects, public sector or infrastructure practice

Nice to have

Drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial contracts; Experience of, or a genuine interest in developing expertise in public sector contracting; An ability to provide pragmatic, strategic advice on commercial arrangements, balancing legal risk with operational and service delivery objectives; An interest in working on multidisciplinary commercial projects and collaborating with specialists across a range of legal disciplines; Knowledge of UK public procurement law and procurement processes, or a desire to develop specialist expertise in this area; A practical and commercial approach to problem solving; Good relationship management and communication skills; A good academic background and an appetite to take on responsibility and develop their practice

Benefits

Exposure to high-profile and complex work from day one; Direct client contact and responsibility appropriate to your experience; Structured development and mentoring from leading practitioners; Opportunities to develop specialist expertise in procurement, infrastructure and public sector contracting; A genuinely collaborative national team environment; Flexible and hybrid working arrangements; Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package