Legal Counsel – Commercial Law (m/w/d)

Apply for the Legal Counsel – Commercial Law (m/w/d) role at Menck.

Menck, part of the prestigious ACTEON Group, is a global leader in supplying innovative equipment and services for pile installation, supporting the renewable energy sector and other major infrastructure projects. With over 150 years of experience, Menck’s state‑of‑the‑art piling rigs set industry standards for foundation construction in oil & gas and bridge projects, while also driving renewable energy development.

Position: Full‑time, permanent Commercial Legal Counsel (m/w/d) based in Kaltenkirchen, Germany or the Netherlands.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Providing legal advice on commercial contracts.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating client and vendor contracts.
• Identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks.
• Supporting sales, tender and operational teams on legal and contractual matters.
• Managing litigation and disputes.
• Advising on intellectual property, GDPR and other relevant EU regulations.
• Ensuring legal compliance and implementing new laws and regulations.
• Drafting and maintaining contract templates, general terms and conditions, and contracting principles.
• Coordinating, leading and advising on cross‑functional matters such as insurance, tax and securities.
• Delivering legal and contract training to internal stakeholders.
• Providing company secretarial support, including incorporations, insolvency procedures and asset transfers.
• Acting as a compliance ambassador within the Business Line.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in law from Germany, the Netherlands, England or equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as an in‑house lawyer or legal counsel, preferably in construction, renewables, oil & gas or other complex technical sectors.
• Risk Management – ability to identify, assess and mitigate legal and commercial risks.
• Strategic Thinking – align legal guidance with business strategy and provide proactive, business‑oriented solutions.
• Communication Skills – strong written and verbal skills; ability to translate complex legal topics into clear, understandable language.
• Problem‑Solving – analytical mindset with a pragmatic and efficient approach to legal challenges.
• Interpersonal Skills – proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across functions and with external partners.
• Ethical Judgment – high integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Project Management – manage several legal matters simultaneously while ensuring timely, high‑quality results.
• Negotiation Skills – confident negotiator able to secure favourable terms and represent the company’s interests.
• Proactivity – takes initiative, identifies areas for improvement and implements practical solutions.
• Ownership and Independence – works autonomously with confidence and takes responsibility for assigned matters.

We offer

• Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile working.
• Discounted membership to a fitness/wellness club.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with independent and confidential counselling for personal and professional issues.
• Subsidies for travel allowances and meals.
• JobRad and VWL benefits.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free drinks and fruit.
• And much more.

Applicants wishing to add a cover letter must upload a single document that includes both the cover letter and CV.

Position Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level • Employment type: Full‑time • Job function: Legal