Job Description

Deep Blue Recruitment is supporting a fast-growing, internationally active business operating across complex technical projects. As part of its continued expansion, the company is looking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel with strong expertise in construction and commercial contract law.

This role sits at the intersection of legal, project delivery, and commercial strategy, with exposure to cross-border operations and high-value projects.

Tasks

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, aligned with commercial objectives and internal policies
• Managing the full contract lifecycle, including documentation, amendments, and performance tracking
• Supporting the management of commercial agreements such as leases and software contracts
• Working closely with People teams to ensure employment law compliance across different jurisdictions
• Acting as a point of contact for external counsel and coordinating legal advice where required
• Preparing clear, concise contract and risk reports for senior management
• Collaborating with project and finance teams to ensure smooth contract execution
• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments relevant to construction and infrastructure projects, including sustainability-related topics
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members on contract management best practices

Requirements

• Fully qualified lawyer in Germany (Volljurist:in)
• 5-7 years’ experience in construction, infrastructure, or project-based environments
• Strong knowledge of international contract frameworks such as FIDIC, with experience handling claims and EOT matters
• Familiarity with German standard forms (VOB/B, BGB) is advantageous
• Broader understanding of commercial, employment, and corporate law
• Fluent in German and English
• Strong negotiation skills with a clear, pragmatic communication style
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment

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All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.