Legal Engineer (m/w/d)

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG; Ingelheim am Rhein; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and wellbeing package

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a senior professional to drive operational excellence in legal contracting in Germany. The role focuses on standardization, lean design, automation and AI-enabled workflows across global functions.

Responsibilities include global template harmonization, designing scalable processes, and advancing AI-ready use cases in collaboration with Legal, business and technology teams. Strong English communication and cross-functional leadership are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent) with several years of relevant experience in Legal, or Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, Data Science, Informatics, Information Management or related business fields with long-term experience.
• Strong background in legal operational topics (operational excellence, process design, data-driven assessment & judgement, challenge the status quo)
• Proven experience in legal engineering and AI readiness, with the ability to translate legal requirements into structured templates, scalable processes, data structures, templates, automation and AI technology-enabled use cases solutions

Responsibilities

• Design and implement technology-enabled contracting solutions in close collaboration with Legal, business and technology stakeholders.
• Support the standardization, harmonization and structured design of templates to enable scalable contracting, automation and AI-ready use cases.
• Lead and advise on global initiatives to enhance operational excellence.
• Collaborate across functions and cultures to drive global contracting initiatives and operational improvements.

Skills

Operational excellence

Legal engineering

AI readiness

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, Data Science, Informatics or related field

Tools

Templates design

Automation

AI technology-enabled solutions

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

Tasks & responsibilities

In your new role you will drive operational excellence through standardization, lean process design, automation and AI-enabled ways of working.

With a focus on global contract template harmonization, you will support the standardization, harmonization and structured design of templates to enable scalable contracting, automation and AI-ready use cases.

By identifying opportunities to globalize legal support, you will help further streamline and synchronize Boehringer Ingelheim's legal support model.

Design and implement technology-enabled contracting solutions in close collaboration with Legal, business and technology stakeholders.

Finally, you will lead and advise on global initiatives to enhance operational excellence.

Requirements

Master's degree (or equivalent) with several years of relevant experience in Legal, or Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, Data Science, Informatics, Information Management or related business fields with long-term experience

Strong background in legal operational topics (operational excellence, process design, data-driven assessment & judgement, challenge the status quo)

Proven experience in legal engineering and AI readiness, with the ability to translate legal requirements into structured templates, scalable processes, data structures, templates, automation and AI technology-enabled use cases solutions

Strong analytical mindset with the ability to analyze, design and implement effective processes

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic, global environment with a proactive and collaborative work ethic

Ability to collaborate effectively, proactively and pragmatically and maintain an optimistic outlook

Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English and the ability to influence across functions and cultures

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness, salary information will be shared during the recruitment process. We also offer a comprehensive benefits and wellbeing package.

Applications from persons with severe disabilities are warmly welcomed. In cases of equal qualifications, such applicants will be given preferential consideration in the selection process.

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: [phone] or via mail: [e-mail]

The job posting is presumably online until October 28th, 2026. Applications up to October 21st, 2026 are guaranteed to be considered.