Tender

Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer - 30 hours

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Feb 2025 at 13:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer to provide expert advice and support on public procurement and commercial contracts. This opportunity is classified under the 'Supply services of personnel including temporary staff' industry category. The selected applicant will work 30 hours per week in a hybrid position based in Sandwell Council House, West Midlands. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with key deadlines including the tender period ending on 5th March 2025 and the contract period spanning from 11th March 2025 to 27th March 2025. This open procedure procurement is below the threshold, with a contract value estimation ranging from £13,423.20 to £14,234.66 GBP.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for legal firms experienced in local authority or public sector contracts. Ideal candidates are qualified lawyers with at least three years of post-qualification experience, capable of handling complex legal matters, and providing high-quality client service. Businesses specialising in procurement and commercial law, offering strong management expertise and client care skills, would be well-positioned to benefit from this contract. The role offers numerous benefits, including a competitive local government pension scheme, a generous holiday entitlement, and flexible working options, making it an attractive proposition for qualified legal professionals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer - 30 hours

Notice Description

Role - Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer Band - H Rate - PS60.00 - PS65.00 ph Hours - 30 Location - Sandwell Council house Working type - Hybrid Contract type: Agency Brief description: At Sandwell Council we are progressive, dynamic, and dedicated to meeting the needs of our community. We now wish to recruit a Contracts Solicitor/Lawyer who shares our vision. You will be required to provide quality practical advice and support on public procurement and commercial contracts, including contract negotiation, drafting and contract disputes. You will also provide support to our Principal Lawyers in on specialist and complex contracts and procurement work as well as high-level projects. You must be a qualified lawyer with experience of undertaking work within a Local Authority or the public sector on all legal matters in relation to contracts and procurement. Ideal Candidate Qualified lawyer - Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx) with at least three years' post qualification experience. This role is ideal for an experienced practitioner who can demonstrate the ability to deal with a heavy caseload, possess excellent client care skills, and an eagerness to provide a high-quality service to our clients. The candidate will have existing management experience. Why Sandwell? In the heart of the Midlands and 10 minutes train ride from the centre of Birmingham, Sandwell is a rapidly expanding, vibrant and diverse place to live, work and play. How better to contribute to our vision than through a unique and rewarding career with Sandwell? So, if you're looking for an excellent benefits package and the chance to make a difference, this is the role for you. Use your skills to benefit the local community and experience a rewarding, interesting environment, and attractive employment package such as: * Local Government Pension Scheme, considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates * A generous minimum holiday entitlement of 30 days per year in addition to statutory and public holidays, rising to 35 days after 5 years' service * Option to buy more annual leave * Agile/Smart working * A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity entitlements, and flexible working. * 1,000's of discounts and savings at 100's of retailers, online and on the high street, available through our employee benefits scheme * Excellent in-house learning and development opportunities Our Values; Trust, Unity and Progress make us unique, they define how we do things and are reflected in the way we behave. They are important to us, guiding and shaping our organisational culture. Our values are key to us achieving Sandwell's Vision 2030 and also guide us when we recruit. Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive ... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1fb1222d-ee62-4fa1-9e94-13e298bcddbf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1bafb28-5835-485b-b57b-7612fe264bf4
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,234 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Mar 2025 - 27 Mar 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tania Lobo
Contact Email
tania_lobo@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01215693300

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B70 8SZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
West Bromwich Central
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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