Senior Legal Counsel | Civil Engineering / Construction (Part-time)

AECOM; La Garenne-Colombes; Hybride; EUR 80 000 - 100 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A leading infrastructure consulting firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for a part-time position based in La Garenne-Colombes. The role involves contract negotiation, claims management, and ensuring legal compliance. Candidates should have a law degree and 5–7 years of legal experience, with proficiency in English and French. The firm offers flexible working options and values diversity and inclusion.

Prestations

Flexible working options

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Exposure to challenging projects

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of post-qualification legal experience is preferred.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or engineering sectors.
• Contract review and negotiation experience.

Responsabilités

• Draft and negotiate legal agreements and contracts.
• Claims management and internal reporting.
• Organize board and shareholder meetings.

Connaissances

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in French

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize

Collaborative skills

Formation

Law degree

Outils

MS Office programs

Description du poste

Job Description

We are seeking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel to join our European Legal team. The role involves working on a diverse client portfolio across Continental Europe, primarily focused on Belgium, the Netherlands, and France. It is a part-time position (15–25 hours/week) with flexible scheduling, based in any of our offices in Belgium, France, or the Netherlands:

• Leuven or Ghent;
• La Garenne-Colombes or Lyon;
• The Hague.

This position offers exposure to a variety of challenging projects and contracts. As a key business partner, you will be involved in bid preparation, contract negotiations, project support, managing claims, and implementing internal policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of legal agreements and contracts, including client contracts, bid agreements, joint venture agreements, NDAs, and sub-consultancy agreements;
• Claims management, internal reporting, and coordination with external counsel;
• Company secretarial duties, including organizing and supporting board and shareholder meetings to ensure proper management and legal compliance;
• Ensuring adherence to the Group’s internal policies on Ethics & Compliance, ED&I, ESG, and Data Protection.

Qualifications:

• Law degree.
• 5 to 7 years of post-qualification legal experience is preferred, but all suitable candidates will be considered.
• Proficiency in English and French is essential; Dutch is a plus.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or engineering sectors, preferably within law firms or international companies.
• Contract review and negotiation experience, ideally in the construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a proactive approach to interacting with senior executives and colleagues across all levels.
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across a global organization and explore innovative working methods.

Additional Information:

About AECOM:

AECOM is a leading infrastructure consulting firm providing services from planning and design to construction management across various sectors. We are committed to delivering sustainable solutions and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. As a Fortune 500 company, we value integrity, innovation, and environmental responsibility.

Work Environment:

Enjoy flexible, hybrid working options in a dynamic environment that values your integrity and entrepreneurial spirit. We promote a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, supporting your growth and success within a global organization.

Join us to work on impactful projects with industry-leading technology and a commitment to creating a better world.