Contracts and Procurement Lawyer – Commercial Legal Team

Please apply online via the link provided.

Salary

£35,674 - £48,700 (dependent on experience).

Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary & Benefits

The London Borough of Bromley is seeking a motivated and skilled Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to join our established Commercial Legal Team. This is an exciting opportunity to advise on high‑profile commercial, procurement and regeneration matters that directly support the borough’s strategic ambitions.

If you’re looking to develop your expertise, handle a varied caseload, and help drive innovative, pragmatic solutions for a forward‑thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Bromley?

Hybrid & Flexible Working – Supportive arrangements that promote a healthy work‑life balance.

Excellent Working Environment – Modern, well‑connected office space opposite Bromley South station.

Ambitious Vision – Contribute to the Council’s Transforming Bromley agenda, with a focus on high‑quality, customer‑centred service delivery.

Broad & Interesting Work – Advise on contracts, procurement, regeneration, data protection, FOI, disputes and other core areas of local government law.

Your Role:

- Work within a specialist legal team focused on commercial, regeneration and procurement matters.
- Provide expert legal advice in relation to contract law and procurement law, draft contracts, draft other relevant documentation in relation to tenders, give legal advice in relation to contract disputes, data protection, Freedom of information Act requests and other areas of local government law.
- Ensure effective service delivery.
- Support the Council’s commitment to modernisation, including digital transformation initiatives and the innovative use of AI.
- Represent Legal Services as a Contracts and Procurement Lawyer.

About You:

We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FILEX with a current practicing certificate, who has:
- Knowledge and experience of providing commercial, contracts, regeneration and procurement legal advice.
- Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate yourself and colleagues within the Commercial Legal Team.
- A commitment to continuous improvement, inclusivity, and collaborative working.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly and effectively.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working arrangements for greater flexibility.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are forces family friendly and are part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (Bronze Award). We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and as a disability confident committed employer we encourage applications from people with disabilities. As part of this commitment, we will consider reasonable adjustment to support disability employment. We offer a generous package including competitive pay, career average pension scheme, flexible working practices and the Bromley employee benefits scheme; Cycle2Work, Salary Sacrifice Lease Car, Technology Scheme, GymFlex and a wide range of local and national discounts.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Sean Eratt, Deputy Principal Lawyer and Deputy Head of the Commercial Legal Team on 020 8313 4967.