Associate / Senior Associate - Procurement & Public Sector
Corporate Commercial
Cardiff

Join one of Wales' leading law firms, recognised in the Legal 500 and consistently ranked among the UK's Top 100 firms. With a strong reputation across Wales and England, this highly regarded commercial team advises public sector, third sector and private sector clients on complex projects, procurement matters and commercial contracts.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their expertise in procurement, public sector projects and commercial contracting while working on high-quality, varied work with genuine scope for progression.

The Role
You'll advise a broad client base, including public bodies, charities, education providers and commercial organisations, on a range of procurement and commercial matters.

Your work will include:

• Supporting clients through procurement exercises and tender processes
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts
• Advising on outsourcing, collaboration, framework and grant agreements
• Working on major public sector, technology, regeneration and infrastructure projects
• Providing practical advice on contract management, variations and risk issues

Candidate Requirements
We're interested in hearing from solicitors who have experience in:

• Commercial contracts, procurement or public sector projects
• Drafting and negotiating complex agreements
• Providing commercially focused, pragmatic advice
• Managing matters with an appropriate level of autonomy

Knowledge of public procurement law would be advantageous, although candidates from a strong commercial contracts background looking to specialise further in this area are also encouraged to apply.

You'll be a confident communicator, commercially aware and keen to play a key role in a growing practice area.

Why Join?

• Join a market-leading Welsh firm with a strong national reputation
• Work on high-profile public sector and commercial projects
• Gain direct client exposure and responsibility from day one
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative and well-established team
• Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression and specialisation
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits

This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in a growing and highly desirable area of commercial law while working with leading lawyers and an impressive client portfolio.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk