Senior Procurement Lawyer

Job description

A leading national firm is seeking a Procurement Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join its Tier 1 ranked team in Edinburgh. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on high-profile, often politically sensitive matters for household-name clients, within a culture that combines top-tier work with genuine support, strong remuneration and clear progression.

You will join an award-winning practice where you can deepen your procurement expertise, take on real responsibility and enjoy a clear runway towards Legal Director and Partner level.

About the Team

• Legal 500 Tier 1 ranked procurement team within a Top 50, multi-award-winning national firm.
• Acts for a diverse client base, including major public bodies, regulators and leading private sector organisations.
• Handles complex, high-value and often politically sensitive procurement mandates.
• Advises across the full spectrum of public procurement law, from strategy and tendering through to risk management and disputes.
• Highly supportive, collaborative culture, with partners recognised for their expertise and commitment to mentoring.

About the Role

This role is well-suited to an ambitious Procurement lawyer seeking to step up in quality, profile and progression. The role will involve:

• Advising household-name clients on the development and implementation of procurement strategies.
• Drafting and negotiating tender documentation and related commercial contracts.
• Advising on compliance, risk mitigation and challenges arising throughout procurement processes.
• Acting on complex, often multi-party and politically sensitive procurements across a range of sectors.
• Working closely with renowned colleagues to develop both your technical expertise and client relationship skills.
• Playing a key role in the growth and positioning of the Edinburgh procurement offering.

You will be given the autonomy, support and headroom to develop towards Legal Director and Partner, within a team that actively invests in your long-term career.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• At least 5 years’ PQE as a solicitor with strong experience in procurement and commercial contracts.
• The ability to manage complex, varied workloads to a consistently high standard.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with first-rate interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, innovative and value-adding mindset.
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a close-knit, high-performing team.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Top-tier platform – Work within a Tier 1 ranked procurement practice at a Top 50, multi-award-winning firm.
• High-calibre work – Advise prestigious clients on complex, high-value procurement matters that are often politically sensitive.
• Genuine progression – Clear, realistic runway to Legal Director and Partner, supported by structured development.
• Supportive culture – Join a firm known for its approachable partners, collaborative ethos and strong focus on professional growth.

What’s On Offer

• The opportunity to build a market-leading reputation in procurement within a firm of significant prestige.
• Exposure to top-tier clients and consistently high-quality, high-value work.
• First-rate career development and long-term progression prospects.
• Flexible working within a modern, forward-thinking environment.
• A top-of-the-range, attractive salary.
• An expansive benefits offering and strong wellbeing support.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or contact Jules Grieve on 0131 460 7747 or jules@jmc-legal.com for a confidential discussion.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City Of Edinburgh

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English