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

AECOM; Lyon; Hybride; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Lyon. This part-time position involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, managing claims, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have a law degree, proficiency in English and French, and relevant experience in construction or engineering. The role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to work on diverse projects across Europe.

Prestations

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits

Global well-being program

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• Draft and negotiate business agreements and legal documents.
• Manage claims and coordinate with external counsel.
• Ensure legal compliance and good governance.

Connaissances

Proficient in English

Proficient in French

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Formation

Law degree

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Job Description

A great new opportunity has arisen to join our European Legal team. We are looking to hire a new colleague as Senior Legal Counsel, working on a wide and diverse client portfolio across Continental Europe, mainly focusing 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 role offers exposure to a range of challenging projects and contracts. As a key business partner, you will be involved in bid preparation, contract negotiations, project support, potential claims, and implementing the Group’s internal policies.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various business agreements and legal documents, including client contracts, bid agreements, joint venture agreements, NDAs, and sub-consultancy agreements;
2. Claims management, internal reporting, and coordination with external counsel;
3. Company secretarial functions, including convening and administering board and shareholder meetings, ensuring good governance and legal compliance;
4. Ensuring adherence to the Group's internal policies (Ethics & Compliance, ED&I, ESG, Data Protection).

Qualifications

We seek an aspiring legal counsel proficient in English, French, and ideally Dutch, passionate about building stakeholder relationships and providing commercial, results-oriented legal advice.

The main requirements:

• Law degree;
• 5 to 7 years of post-qualification experience 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 within relevant sectors;
• Proficient in MS Office;
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, proactive approach, confident in interacting with senior executives and colleagues at all levels;
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to collaborate across global organizations;
• Curious and open to innovative working methods for continuous improvement.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is a trusted global infrastructure consulting firm, delivering services across the project lifecycle, from advisory to engineering and management. We work on projects in transportation, water, energy, and environment sectors, committed to sustainability and inclusion. As a Fortune 500 company with revenue of $13.1 billion in FY2022, we aim to deliver a better world through our expertise and values.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

Enjoy flexible work options in a dynamic environment that values integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and innovation. We foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, inviting everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We offer comprehensive benefits and a global well-being program. Join us for impactful work, technology, and growth opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to your potential and success.