Contracts and Procurement Solicitor

Are you a focused, enthusiastic team player who enjoys a a varied and interesting caseload?

We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects from across the entire council, from environmental sustainability to multimillion-pound regeneration schemes.

What will you be doing?

• Being the Council's lead negotiator on the legal aspects of contract and procurement
• Being responsible for providing innovative solutions to deal with complex issues arising in connection with the work within the team and the legal issues presented by officers
• To provide accurate advice and guidance to team members, client officers and Members in all contract and procurement law matters and other general matters.
• To periodically review all standard documents within the areas of responsibility to ensure that they are up to date and identify appropriate improvements in processes and procedures relevant to the section.

About you

As an ideal candidate, you will have:

• Admitted qualified solicitor, barrister, or legal executive with an understanding of local government.
• Drafting experience relating to complex contract and procurement matters and either planning agreements, property matters, pleadings or other similar documents.
• Ability to work under pressure, using initiative and adopting a proactive solution focused approach.
• Able to cultivate good working relationships with officers, members and professionals of external organisations.
• Ability to manage own caseload and to work effectively to high professional standards, including being able to respond quickly and accurately to urgent matters and meet deadlines.

What can we offer you?

• A stimulating and supportive work environment
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time
• 26-29 days annual leave rising to 34 days with 5 years' local government service
• Employee well-being programme

How to apply

For an informal discussion about the role and to find out more about East Herts Councils ambition please contact James Ellis, Director for Legal, Policy and Governance on 01279 502170.

Closing date: 2nd February 2026 at Midnight.

Interviews will be held the week commencing 9th February 2026

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.