Wokingham Borough Council have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) to join our dynamic in-house legal service on a permanent, full-time or part-time basis.

The position of Senior Contract Lawyer will suit a legal professional with a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of commercial contract law, particularly with experience of the new Procurement legislation, and partnership arrangements. It will equally suit individuals with either a public or private sector background, as training and ongoing support will be provided.

The Senior Contract Lawyer will be solution-focused with a strong sense of commercial risk. You will draft and review complex contracts including construction, IT, service delivery and grant-funded agreements. You should also be able to advise on and occasionally lead negotiations. A collaborative approach is required/desirable with experience of managing complex workloads and advising senior stakeholders.

Like all of the Council’s Legal Services we work flexibly with most lawyers working primarily from home, although the successful candidate must be able to attend our offices for in-person meetings based on business needs.

⭐Staff Benefits⭐

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

⭐Generous Annual Leave - 31 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays

⭐Local Government Pension Scheme 

⭐GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week

⭐Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline

⭐Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines

⭐Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham

⭐Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Including Car and Cycle to Work schemes

⭐Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more

⭐Move through Menopause Course

⭐Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more

⭐Learning & Development Opportunities

⭐Employee Networks

⭐And more!

Candidate requirements:

• Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives [the latter suitably authorised by CILEX to be able to work unsupervised].
• Adaptable and highly organised to manage projects
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial property law
• A competent IT user, team player and confident managing a wide case load
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with a range of people both internally and externally
• Previous Local Government experience is not required, but would be advantageous

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. 

We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. 

If you’re looking for a rewarding, varied and interesting career, that provides flexibility and a good work/life balance, click the link below and apply today!

Alternatively, for more information or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Neil Allen – Head of Legal Services on 07827 311667 or neil.allen@wokingham.gov.uk (strictly no agencies).

Closing date: 5 April 2026 @ 23:00

For further information or to apply, please click on the 'Enquire/Apply' button below.