Legal Counsel Contract Law

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Oldenburg
Region:Niedersachsen
Sector:Legal & Compliance
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:7473
Post Date:November 17, 2025

About the Role

Legal Counsel - Contract Law
Location: Oldenburg

A role that inspires you

Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel with strong expertise in contract law to support a broad range of commercial and technical projects. In this key advisory role, you will partner closely with internal stakeholders, provide guidance on complex contractual matters, and help shape a modern, consistent contract landscape.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on major engineering and construction projects throughout bidding, negotiation, and contract execution.

  • Draft, review, and negotiate diverse commercial agreements with customers, suppliers, and service providers.

  • Work closely with teams such as procurement, warranty, claims, and quality management.

  • Streamline, update, and harmonise existing contract templates and frameworks.

  • Support confidentiality matters, cooperation agreements, and offshore project requirements.

  • Identify and assess legal risks, manage claims, and coordinate dispute resolution or litigation with external counsel.

  • Monitor legal developments and propose updates to internal policies and contractual standards.

Your Profile

  • Qualified lawyer (fully qualified, LL.M., or comparable).

  • At least 4 years’ experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, ideally within an industrial or technical sector.

  • Strong background in contract law; exposure to shipbuilding, construction, or manufacturing is a plus.

  • Skilled in claims management, dispute resolution, and regulatory topics.

  • Confident communicator and negotiator with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

  • Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style.

  • Excellent English skills; German proficiency an asset.

What’s on Offer

  • A diverse and influential role within an international environment.

  • Flexible working options, a supportive team culture, and attractive employee benefits.

  • Room to work independently, contribute ideas, and actively shape processes.

  • A respectful, collaborative atmosphere with a strong sense of community.

  • Family-friendly benefits, including on-site childcare options.

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