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Legal Counsel (public procurement)

Birmingham Permanent View Job Description
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.
  • Join an award-winning legal team driving public-sector impact
  • Shape high-value public procurement contracts in a tech-forward business

About Our Client

This 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 governance

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will be:



  • Advising the public-sector sales team on high-value procurement contracts, including drafting and negotiation


  • Guiding stakeholders through legal and regulatory procurement requirements


  • Structuring contract terms to align with both commercial goals and compliance standards


  • Assisting with bid processes and proposals to support successful tenders


  • Contributing to continuous improvement through template refinement and process enhancements

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Counsel should be:



  • A solicitor or equivalent with solid public-sector procurement experience


  • Skilled at drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex procurement agreements


  • Knowledgeable of public-sector procurement regulations and compliance frameworks


  • Commercially aware, proactive, and capable of collaborating with non-legal colleagues


  • Analytical with strong attention to detail and systemic thinking

What's on Offer

On 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.

Contact
Sam Muller
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6812078
Phone number
+44 121 634 6944

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Public Sector
Sector
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Birmingham
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Muller
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6944
Job reference
JN-082025-6812078