Senior Contracts Lawyer

Service Care Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Lawyer to join a busy local authority legal team in Northamptonshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to lead on high-value commercial projects while making a tangible difference to the community.

Role: Senior Contracts Lawyer
Location: Northamptonshire - hybrid working with office attendance once per week
Umbrella Rate: £55 - £60ph
PAYE Inc. Rate: £48.41 - £52.76ph
Contract Length: 3 months ongoing

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a small project team, ensuring quality outcomes and timely delivery.
• Work closely with Procurement colleagues to shape, advise on, and deliver major projects.
• Draft and negotiate high-value, multi-lot and supplier framework agreements.

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal Executive with substantial public sector contracts 3+ years of PQE.
• Proven track record in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience guiding teams on high-stakes projects.

Benefits included:

• Weekly pay - the rate offered will depend on experience and interview performance.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible hours.

If this Senior Contracts Lawyerposition sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on , or email .

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.