Commercial & Procurement Solicitor

Commercial & Procurement Solicitor

The Scottish Government Commercial Team is seeking a Commercial and Procurement Solicitor to join their busy team. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising the Scottish Ministers on commercial matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in advising on Public Procurement Law, with experience in Subsidy Control and Competition Law. The role will also involve providing cover on general commercial matters, making it an excellent opportunity for a commercial lawyer who is keen to learn about public sector work.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on Public Procurement Law, with experience in Subsidy Control and Competition Law
• Provide cover on general commercial matters
• Advise with an element of autonomy on the new Subsidy Control regime and the Public Procurement landscape in Scotland

Requirements

• Scottish qualified Solicitor
• Strong track record in advising on Public Procurement Law
• Experience in Subsidy Control and Competition Law
• Comfortable advising with an element of autonomy on the new Subsidy Control regime and the Public Procurement landscape in Scotland

Salary and Benefits

• From salary £57,000+
• Mainly remote work, with staff meetings happening once a month
• 37 hours per week, 5 days a week
• Flexibility with 4 days a week if needed
• Training will be provided as appropriate

How to Apply

If you are a Scottish qualified solicitor with a strong track record in advising on Public Procurement Law, with experience in Subsidy Control and Competition Law, and comfortable advising with an element of autonomy on the new Subsidy Control regime and the Public Procurement landscape in Scotland, then we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Beth Kirby at or call for more info on:.77

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