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Our client, a Local Authority based in the North West, is currently recruiting for a Contracts & Procurement Solicitor on a locum basis for 3-months initially with potential extension.The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, and the hourly rate is between 45 - 60 p/hour (negotiable based on PQE).The ideal candidate will have experience of drafting public sector contracts and agreements, with knowledge of public procurement frameworks and subsidy control.Duties will include (but are not limited to):Handling a broad range of contracts and agreements on behalf of the Council, including business as corporate, commercial and IT agreementsAdvising on procurement matters, commercial contracts, governance matters and subsidy controlEnsuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulation and policiesProviding advice on public procurement regulations and tendering processesLiaising with internal stakeholders and third-party clients in respect of contractual obligationsWorking hours:37 hours per weekMonday FridayPlease note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.Dont forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to 100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.