Senior University Lawyer (Contracts)

We are seeking a qualified legal professional with experience in contract law to join Bath Spa University’s in-house Legal team and provide high-impact and specialist legal support across the institution.

About the organisation

Bath Spa University is where creative minds meet. Offering a wide range of courses across the arts, sciences, education, social science and business to over 7,500 students, the University employs outstanding creative professionals who support its aim to be a leading educational institution in creativity, culture and enterprise. Our main Newton Park campus is based in stunning countryside just a few minutes from a World Heritage City. We are also proud to offer courses to students at our other campuses around Bath, and in London at our Canary Wharf and Hackney sites. An impressive 84% of our staff said they would recommend the University to a friend as a good place to work.

About the role

This senior, high-profile role leads the drafting, negotiation and delivery of complex, high-value contracts that support the University’s strategic goals. As the principal legal expert on contractual matters, it provides commercially focused advice to senior leadership, ensuring decisions are compliant and aligned with regulatory requirements.

The role also contributes to building a high-performing Legal Services function by developing colleagues, strengthening governance and improving contract processes. Acting as a key representative, it leads major negotiations, manages external legal relationships, and supports wider sector engagement, combining technical expertise with strategic leadership and collaboration.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an experienced, qualified solicitor or barrister in England with a strong track record in drafting, advising on and negotiating complex, high-value contracts. You will bring significant post-qualification experience, including the ability to supervise others, alongside the leadership skills to support a high-performing legal function.

With a commercially focused approach, you will deliver clear, practical advice, manage competing priorities, and confidently influence senior stakeholders. Highly organised and adaptable, you will demonstrate sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex legal and commercial challenges while quickly building expertise in new areas.

Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 1st July.

For further information about the role and to register your interest, please visit the Peridot Partners page and contact our advising consultants.

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