Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer
Quick answer
The Canal & River Trust is hiring a remote Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer paying £68,000 to manage complex commercial contracts, procurement, and legal risks for the organization.
- Role
- Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer
- Organization
- Canal & River Trust
- Location
- Remote (with requirements to attend main hub spaces as needed)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £68,000
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Canal & River Trust is seeking a Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer to provide specialist legal advice and oversight for their commercial activities. The role involves drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, managing procurement processes, and resolving legal disputes. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to the organization while ensuring compliance and managing external legal providers.
What you'll do
- Draft and negotiate high-value commercial contracts and funding agreements.
- Advise on procurement processes, including engineering and IT services.
- Manage and oversee external legal counsel and law firm panels.
- Provide expert legal interpretation regarding contractual rights and obligations.
- Conduct and manage commercial dispute resolution and litigation.
What it takes
- Qualified lawyer in England & Wales.
- Minimum 10+ years of post-qualification experience in complex commercial matters.
- Proven experience in commercial law, procurement, and risk management.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain legal concepts to non-legal staff.
- Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative mindset.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive pension scheme, increasing holiday entitlement, and a range of employee benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position fully remote?
The role is offered on a remote basis, but there is a requirement to attend the organization's main hub spaces as and when required.
What is the compensation for this role?
The annual salary for this Senior Contract & Commercial Lawyer position is £68,000.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must hold a legal qualification in England & Wales and possess at least 10 years of post-qualification experience in complex commercial and procurement matters.
How should I apply for this job?
Interested candidates should apply via the Canal & River Trust website as soon as possible, as the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
How to apply
Apply directly on Canal & River Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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