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East Sussex County Council

Solicitor – Contracts and Procurement

East Sussex County Council

. Provide legal advice and conduct case work, predominantly relating to Contracts and Procurement .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeLewes • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £58,377 - £63,598 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in providing legal advice and conducting case work related to Contracts and Procurement law, including the Procurement Act 2023. Strong communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with diverse personnel and organizations.

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Practising SolicitorContracts LawProcurement LawLegal AdviceWritten and Oral Communication

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Hard Skills
Legal AdviceContracts LawProcurement LawProcurement Act 2023
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationTeamworkIndependence
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Teams
Certifications & Qualifications
Practising SolicitorBarrister
Industry Keywords
ContractsProcurementLegal Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide legal advice and conduct case work, predominantly relating to Contracts and Procurement
  • Work as part of the legal team
  • Address all criteria in the person specification through the Supporting Statement
  • Attend interviews via Microsoft Teams or in person by request

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Practising Solicitor or Barrister
  • Ability to provide prompt and accurate legal advice
  • Clarity in written and oral communications
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse personnel and organisations
  • Ability to work within a team and independently when necessary
  • Knowledge and experience of Contracts and Procurement law and practice, including the Procurement Act 2023
  • CV and Supporting Statement required for application

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Supportive working environment
  • Meaningful and purposeful work serving the wider local community
  • Professional satisfaction, reward and achievement
  • Diverse range of benefits to support employees during employment
  • Interviews via Microsoft Teams unless an in-person interview is requested
  • Reasonable adjustments available for candidates with disabilities