CAN YOU BRING US THE LEGAL KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AGILITY AND INNOVATION WE NEED TO GET THIS DONE?

The team advises on such matters as major developments, contracts and procurement exercises, as well as grant funding schemes, intellectual property and health and social care matters, insourcing and outsourcing of services, and includes the drafting and negotiation of detailed and complex documentation. The team also works closely with colleagues across regeneration as part of multi disciplined teams on major projects.
The work done in the team is critical to its clients, often delivered to tight deadlines whilst contributing to the delivery of the clients’ priorities (e.g. the increase of housing supply and reduction of homelessness), to fulfil their statutory obligations (e.g. health and social care duties) and in the significant amounts of procurement activity and contractual arrangements.
The role holder will provide effective advice and representation on matters related to a range of commercial and regeneration legal work including major infrastructure projects of high value and importance to Manchester and Salford City Councils, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and, where appropriate, to external bodies.
For an informal discussion, please contact Tony Hatton on 07971 620985 or tony.hatton@manchester.gov.uk.

ABOUT US

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

THIS ROLE IS SUBJECT TO:

• Qualification: Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executive, or an equivalent legal qualification

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term conditio

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll request references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required