Contracts Lawyer
Oxford (Local Authority role)
Initially until March 2026.
Rate negotiable (Umbrella).
37 hours per week
 

The role will be mostly be remote - They will need to attend on their first day to collect equipment and induction and attend on their last day to return equipment. As for in-between it is a business need ie if they need to attend an in person meeting however current locums we have very rarely attend the office - i.e. it won't be a regular thing but there may be the odd time when they are needed to attend

1. To Perform in an effective, timely, courteous, professional and flexible manner the duties of a qualified lawyer
2. To provide efficient, effective and pragmatic legal advice and assistance to the Council and other clients
3. To personally represent the Council and other clients before the courts, tribunals and public inquiries as required
4. To work effectively with officers and members of the Council and with other clients
5. To attend, provide legal advice and assistance to and prepare reports for officer and member meetings of the Council and other clients
6. To contribute to effective governance arrangements within the Council
7. To proactively support continuous corporate and service improvement
8. To act as an ambassador for the Council and the Law and Governance Service
9. To contribute to corporate and service projects as required

If you have any questions about this role or wish to apply, please contact isobel@deekay.co.uk who will respond at the earliest convenience.