Job Description

The Guinness Partnership is a resident-focused, national organisation, providing housing across England. We were established in 1890 to make a positive difference to people’s lives, and today we own and manage nearly 70,000 homes, providing services to nearly 160,000 residents.

We have a new opportunity for a Contracts Lawyer to join our Legal team in London.

As a Contracts Lawyer, you will play a key role in providing expert legal and procedural advice on contractual and procurement matters, while leading on high-quality contract drafting across the organisation.

You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including JCT construction contract and bespoke agreements, while providing clear, pragmatic advice on contract and procurement matters.

You will help manage legal risk, maintain robust governance processes and contract records, and support the continuous improvement of our in-house legal service. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will also deliver training, stay ahead of legal and regulatory developments, and collaborate with the wider Legal team to ensure high-quality, business-focused legal support.

Essential skills & experience:

• Experience across a broad range of Contract Law
• Excellent legal drafting skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong IT skills, in particular Microsoft Office.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working within a housing association or public sector organisation.

Essential qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (Qualified to practise in England) or CILEx Level 6 (Fellow)

Please apply with a CV and covering letter, detailing how you meet the essential criteria.

The advertised salary includes a Local Job Supplement.

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The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services.
The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.