European Legal Counsel for EPC Contracts & Projects

Sireos; Mauguio; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SIREOS is an independent international group specialising in the construction and maintenance of solar PV plants. The Legal Counsel will advise teams across Europe on EPC contracts and commercial agreements, working in English to protect contractual interests throughout the project lifecycle.

You will draft, negotiate and manage contracts, support project teams, and liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers. Occasional international travel is expected as projects span multiple countries.

Qualifications

• Legal qualification with a focus on contract, construction or commercial law.
• At least five years’ experience in contract management or a legal role focused on contracts.
• Experience drafting and negotiating international contracts.
• Ability to review and negotiate complex contracts in English.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyse and draft EPC contracts and agreements with key subcontractors.
• Lead or support contract negotiations in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Coordinate contractual risk assessments and define how each identified risk will be managed.
• Advise project managers on their contractual obligations and help them manage risks.
• Manage contractual notices, variations and claims during project delivery.
• Manage contractual correspondence and documentation.
• Share lessons learned and help project teams build their contract management skills.

Skills

Legal experience

Contract management

Risk assessment

Negotiation skills

Education

Legal qualification

Job description

SIREOS is an independent international group specialising in the construction and maintenance of solar PV plants. The Legal Counsel will advise teams across Europe on EPC contracts and commercial agreements, working in English to protect contractual interests throughout the project lifecycle.

You will draft, negotiate and manage contracts, support project teams, and liaise with clients, subcontractors and suppliers. Occasional international travel is expected as projects span multiple countries.