Senior Legal Counsel

Overview

Senior Legal Counsel – Major Infrastructure & International Energy Projects

Germany (Hybrid – with remote flexibility).

The Company

A global leader in high-voltage infrastructure, delivering complex projects that connect renewable energy to the grid and drive the shift to a sustainable future.

The Role

You will provide strategic legal support from tender to execution on high-value EPC/EPCI projects, working closely with sales, project management, and technical teams.

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex EPC/EPCI contracts and associated commercial agreements
• Advise on legal strategy for tenders and support bid teams on national and international projects
• Lead negotiations with clients and subcontractors in Germany and abroad
• Provide pragmatic legal solutions to challenges during project delivery, including disputes and claims
• Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders on contractual and legal risk management
• Reporting directly to the regional Head of Legal, you’ll enjoy a hybrid working model and international exposure

The Person

Fully qualified lawyer (Second State Exam or equivalent)

• 5+ years’ experience advising on infrastructure/EPC contracts – in-house or top-tier private practice
• Strong knowledge of German commercial and construction law; FIDIC expertise essential (NEC 3/4 a plus)
• Skilled negotiator with excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Fluent in German and English

Please send your CV and availability for a confidential discussion to

nickie.lynch@hunterphilips.com

Senior Consultant

Hunter Philips

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