Legal Counsel (public procurement)

Michael Page

  • Birmingham
  • £70,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
  • Apply easily
Join as Legal Counsel in Birmingham within a leading tech business, supporting the public-sector sales team by advising on and securing high-value procurement contracts. This permanent, hands-on role places you at the heart of strategic deal-making.The Legal Counsel will be:Advising the public-sector sales team on high-value procurement contracts, including drafting and negotiationGuiding stakeholders through legal and regulatory procurement requirementsStructuring contract terms to align with both commercial goals and compliance standardsAssisting with bid processes and proposals to support successful tendersContributing to continuous improvement through template refinement and process enhancementsJoin an award-winning legal team driving public-sector impactShape high-value public procurement contracts in a tech-forward businessThe Legal Counsel should be:A solicitor or equivalent with solid public-sector procurement experienceSkilled at drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex procurement agreementsKnowledgeable of public-sector procurement regulations and compliance frameworksCommercially aware, proactive, and capable of collaborating with non-legal colleaguesAnalytical with strong attention to detail and systemic thinkingThis opportunity is with a well-established UK software and solutions provider headquartered in Birmingham, delivering mission-critical systems across sectors such as public sector, healthcare, and procurement. The firm is modernising its culture-championing diversity, inclusion, accountability, and curiosity. They also place a strong emphasis on transparency and trust through initiatives, supporting compliance, cybersecurity, and data governanceOn offer for the successful candidate:
  • A competitive salary up to £80,000 + bonus
  • Very flexible and hybrid working (1 or 2 days in the office a week)
  • Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a fast paced, growing business
If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.

Michael Page