Public Procurement Solicitor

Job Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a public procurement solicitor to join a growing commercial team advising on a broad range of non-contentious procurement matters, based in Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen. This role offers the chance to work closely with experienced colleagues, develop specialist expertise and gain exposure to a varied client base across both the public and private sectors.

The Role

You will advise clients on a range of procurement matters, supporting them throughout the procurement process and providing practical, commercially focused legal advice.

Responsibilities will include:

• Advising on procurement strategy, contract awards, contract variations and regulatory compliance
• Drafting and reviewing procurement documentation and related contractual agreements
• Supporting clients through procurement exercises and helping to identify and resolve legal and commercial issues
• Advising clients throughout tender processes and assisting with procurement-related queries
• Working alongside colleagues on a variety of commercial projects where procurement expertise is required
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to business development initiatives where appropriate

About You

You will be a qualified solicitor with approximately 1-5 years' PQE and experience of, or a genuine interest in, procurement law.

You should also have:

• Strong drafting, analytical and legal research skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A commercial, pragmatic approach to delivering advice
• The ability to manage your own workload while working collaboratively as part of a team
• A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to develop your technical expertise

What's on Offer?

• High-quality, varied procurement work with an established client base
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Excellent opportunities for ongoing training, professional development and career progression
• Early responsibility and direct client exposure
• A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop a long-term career in procurement law within a supportive team that offers high-quality work, genuine responsibility and clear opportunities for progression.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal, or apply with an up-to-date CV. T: 0131 278 0000