£34,809 - £42,614

This is an exciting opportunity to join the successful Commercial and Employment Team, with the ability to work flexibly and remotely for one of the largest unitary authorities in the country, in one of the most sought-after regions in the UK.

We are seeking to recruit an experienced Commercial Lawyer on a permanent, full-time basis. 

This is a great opportunity to join our team and to make a difference through supporting on a range of exciting and innovative major projects in Cornwall. 
 
These include Spaceport Cornwall, and a number of renewable energy projects, such as Wavehub, Geothermal and Biomethane.
 
Our work is varied and includes:

• Major infrastructure projects
• Joint ventures and development agreements
• Subsidy control, funding and loan financing
• Housing and economic development
• Contract and procurement advice and drafting
• Company law
• Aspects of employment law including TUPE, pensions and advice on restructuring services.

 The team acts for the Council and the Council’s group of companies. We also act for academies, town and parish councils and other public bodies. 

We are looking for a talented individual who is highly motivated with a focus on achieving excellent client satisfaction. The successful candidate will be an experienced Commercial Lawyer.

Cornwall Council is an employer of choice, providing career opportunities whilst seeking to promote work-life balance. There are many benefits of working for Cornwall Council, such as a defined benefit pension scheme, family-friendly leave and flexible and remote working. There are also on-site parking and facilities, although this role can be undertaken via remote working.  

Our excellent employee benefits coupled with the diverse breath of practice and experience to be gained provides an exciting opportunity that few organisations can match, in one of the country’s most beautiful counties. With numerous beaches and stunning countryside on offer this is an unrivalled opportunity for quality of life with a rewarding career.

For a conversation about this role, please contact Mark (07816070171) or Catherine (01872224393).
 
Whilst the location/work-base for this role has been specified, our evolving ways of working means that the role may require you to also work remotely (e.g. from home/other locations). We will discuss this with you during the recruitment process.
 
We are open to discussion about flexible working.

Closing date: 27 May 2022

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