Locum Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer
Oysterpartnership
| Company | Oysterpartnership |
| Category | Legal & Compliance |
| Location | London |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 3 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 8 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
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I am working with a London Local Authority to hire a Locum Lawyer for an initial 3 month contract (with a high possibility to extend) to lead the transition of outsourced legal work back in-house
I am seeking a Senior Contracts and Procurement Lawyer to lead the transition of outsourced legal work back in-house.
The role involves advising on complex commercial contracts, procurement processes, and public sector governance.
• You will manage contract drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment across a range of council services.
• Support procurement teams on compliance with public procurement regulations and best practice.
• Advise on contract management frameworks, dispute resolution, and service-level agreements.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to shape internal legal service delivery.
• Ensure legal robustness in commissioning, tendering, and contract award procedures.
• Contribute to policy development and internal training on procurement law.
Senior Consultant | Legal
Muhammad Ibrahim Kayani
A former law graduate himself, Muhammad joined our legal team here at Oyster in 2024. His understanding of the constantly evolving legal environment allows him to connect effortlessly with both candidates and clients.
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