Senior Legal Counsel

Our client is seeking an experienced legal professional to support construction development projects. This role involves advising on contracts, conducting due diligence, structuring projects as a general contractor, and ensuring compliance with Construction and Commercial Law while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee and support all legal aspects of construction development projects.
• Advise stakeholders on legal matters, including drafting and negotiating construction-related contracts.
• Conduct due diligence on new properties, focusing on construction law considerations.
• Develop and implement suitable project structures with a focus on general contracting.
• Provide legal guidance on Construction and Architects’ Law, as well as commercial law matters.

Your Profile :

• Fully qualified German lawyer (both state exams) with at least three years of experience in Construction and Architects’ Law, ideally from a law firm or in-house role.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to assess and mitigate legal risks.
• Excellent command of both German and English, with the ability to draft legal documents.
• Proactive, independent decision-maker with sound judgment and a solutions-oriented mindset.

What’s Offered :

• Permanent contract with 28 days of vacation.
• Flexible hybrid work options, including up to 40 days of remote work abroad per year.
• A dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a focus on ownership, sustainability, and collaboration.