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Commercial Contracts & Procurement Lawyer - Peterborough City Council£49,764 - £53,895 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid WorkingHigh-Value Contracts | Major Projects | Clear Career ProgressionReady to handle multi-million pound contracts and major development projects? Join Peterborough City Council's Commercial team and play a pivotal role in delivering ambitious infrastructure projects while building your career in one of local government's most dynamic legal specialisms.Your High-Impact PracticeAs Peterborough transforms with major regeneration projects, you'll be at the commercial heart of it all, handling contracts that shape the city's future:High-Value Contracts – Manage agreements up to £10 million, from complex ICT systems to major infrastructure projectsStation Quarter Development – Provide commercial legal support for one of the region's most significant regeneration schemesCommunity Infrastructure – Work on exciting projects like the proposed new multi-million pound swimming poolGrant Funding Excellence – Navigate complex funding agreements that bring vital resources to the cityCutting-Edge Compliance – Stay at the forefront of subsidy control and GDPR requirementsWhat You'll DoDraft, negotiate, and advise on commercial contracts ranging from service agreements to major capital projectsProvide expert procurement law advice ensuring compliance with public sector regulationsHandle grant funding agreements and subsidy control mattersAdvise on GDPR compliance across commercial arrangementsSupport ICT contract negotiations and technology procurementWork on construction and development agreements for major infrastructure projectsCollaborate with finance, project management, and service delivery teamsProvide training and guidance to officers on commercial and procurement mattersWhy This Role Ambitious Projects: Work on contracts that will define Peterborough's future – from digital infrastructure to leisure facilitiesRapid Development: With major regeneration underway, you'll gain experience across the full spectrum of commercial law faster than anywhere elseClear Progression: We actively support ambitious lawyers – excellent opportunities for career advancement for capable candidatesHigh-Value Experience: Regular exposure to multi-million pound contracts builds premium commercial skillsDiverse Portfolio: From ICT to construction, grants to procurement – develop expertise across multiple commercial sectorsWhat We're Looking ForQualified Solicitor with current practicing certificate, Barrister, or Fellow of CILExStrong commercial contracts experience with public sector knowledge preferredUnderstanding of procurement law and public sector regulationsExperience with grant funding agreements and subsidy control (desirable)Knowledge of GDPR and data protection in commercial contextsStrong negotiation skills and commercial awarenessAbility to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal colleaguesAmbition to develop expertise in high-value commercial workYour Rewards & FutureCompetitive Salary: £49,764 - £53,895 with clear progression opportunitiesComprehensive Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, car leasing scheme, and more Flexible Working: Hybrid model with just 2 days in our well-connected officesCareer Development: Structured progression pathway for ambitious candidatesProfessional Growth: Strong CPD support and opportunities to develop specialist expertiseReady to apply?If you're a commercial lawyer ready to work on substantial projects that make a real difference, while building a career with clear progression opportunities, this is your moment. Join us and become part of Peterborough's commercial transformation story.Apply now and take the next step in your commercial law career. Feel free to contact Nik Stoate at Venn Group with any queries at