In-House Procurement Lawyer

In-House Procurement Lawyer| Leeds | Excellent Benefits Package

This multinational business has an unparalleled reputation for exemplary service and is looking for an In-House Procurement Solicitor (1 PQE) to continue to add to its pristine reputation for providing technically excellent legal advice.

This is the perfect opportunity for a Commercial and Procurement Lawyer to take a step away from 'billing', engage in high-quality procurement matters and contribute toward shaping this market-leading team's ongoing strategy and delivery.

The Role

You will join this prestigious firm's In-House team, within the legal function of this high-performing procurement team.

Emphasising strategic sourcing and supplier relation management; you will be pivotal in streamlining the team's processes while providing legal expertise to your department in the negotiation of supplier contracts.

In this position, you will collaborate with the head of Procurement striving for innovation and adaptability to drive improvement and change throughout the entire contract life cycle improving on this department's already leading reputation.

Strategic sourcing, supplier management and building long-term partnerships are all key to overall business success and you will be a vital team member in ensuring firm-wide success.

Progression with the position is clear, as there are plans to build out this team and as a result, you are in pole position to develop alongside this team and take on managerial responsibility as you progress.

Why this Business?

This Top 25 law firm creates an environment where you are empowered and motivated to reach your full potential within a nurturing and collaborative setting. Their culture of continuous enhancement, expansion, and cooperation not only yields exceptional outcomes but also fuels creativity and recognises ambition.

They are well-known for their diversity and inclusion and believe their success stems from a melting pot of perspectives and backgrounds they boast.

Clients are of the highest quality and the firm competes like for like with Top 10 and US firms, meaning staff gain exposure to an exceptional level of work. Resultantly, lawyers invariably receive recognition from both primary Legal Directories and are perceived as being leaders in their respective fields.
If you are keen to make the most out of your legal career, there is no better place.

Ideal Candidate

• 1+ PQE years in Commercial Contracts and Procurement
• Ability to influence and drive negotiation matters with favourable outcomes
• have strong drafting and negotiation skills and commercial awareness

Why now is the perfect time to join

• You will join one of the fastest-growing practices in the city, which offers market-leading salaries alongside a clear and structured progression path. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure working on high-value, large-scale client matters whilst being able to see your ambition and innovation rewarded.

Apply now for immediate consideration or call Ralph Dowds on 0161 240 3763 for a confidential conversation.