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In-House Counsel - Litigation Houston, TX Our client is a respected engineering business looking for a commercially savvy In-House Counsel to take the wheel on litigation management. This is a role for someone who thrives on strategy - you won't be in the courtroom yourself, but you'll own every case that gets there. Working closely with senior leadership and external counsel, you'll be the internal expert who keeps disputes moving efficiently, costs controlled, and risk well managed. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full litigation portfolio across construction disputes, contract claims, subcontractor conflicts, and general commercial matters. Select, instruct, and supervise outside counsel - holding them to strategy, budget, and outcome. Drive early case assessment, settlement strategy, and dispute resolution through mediation, arbitration (AAA, DRBF), and negotiation. Partner with project teams to identify and mitigate legal risk before disputes arise - change orders, delay claims, defect notices, and lien exposure. Maintain litigation tracking and reporting systems; provide regular updates to executive leadership and the board. Coordinate document preservation, internal investigations, and regulatory responses as needed. Train project managers and operations staff on dispute avoidance, documentation best practices, and contract risk. Support contract drafting and negotiation to build dispute-resistant protections into project agreements from the outset. Requirements: J.D. and active bar membership. Litigation background in private practice or in-house, ideally with exposure to construction, real estate, or infrastructure disputes. Proven ability to manage outside counsel effectively - on strategy, cost, and results. Comfortable with construction contract forms (AIA, ConsensusDocs) and concepts such as delay claims, defect liability, and lien law. Strong commercial instincts - able to assess risk, recommend pragmatic solutions, and communicate clearly to non-lawyers. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Contract Risk Manager Location: Frankfurt   Our client is seeking a Contract Risk Manager to join their team in Frankfurt. This role sits within a broader risk management function and covers both pre-award and contract execution phases across projects and service agreements.   Key Responsibilities:   Assessing and mitigating technical and commercial risks on projects and contracts exceeding defined thresholds, across bid and execution phases. Supporting a stage-gate governance process and reporting to relevant management levels. Defining and maintaining risk classification standards for bids in collaboration with legal and compliance. Reviewing bids independently against group standards and escalating findings as appropriate. Preparing regular reports on tender pipelines and contract execution status. Participating in due diligence reviews and producing ad-hoc risk reports for M&A activity. Monitoring contract execution across project and framework agreements, with a focus on cost, schedule, quality, and risk. Identifying deviations early and communicating proactively with stakeholders. Collaborating with controlling and audit functions to maintain data quality and address findings.   Your Profile:   Degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Several years of experience in project management, controlling, or auditing. Strong understanding of commercial and technical risk assessment in a project environment. Certifications in project management (e.g. PMI) or auditing (e.g. CIA, CISA) advantageous. SAP experience beneficial. Strong analytical skills and a structured approach to problem-solving. Comfortable in cross-functional and international environments. Business-fluent German and English, written and spoken. Willingness to travel.

Global Head of Legal (International) | E-Commerce / Retail Location: Frankfurt Our client is seeking an exceptional legal leader to serve as their Global Head of Legal (International), a high-trust, high-autonomy position reporting directly to the CEO and CFO, with full international remit across all markets outside Asia. This is not a support function role. You will operate as the brand's chief legal architect internationally, leading one direct report and acting as a genuine strategic partner at the highest level of the business. Key Responsibilities: Lead and define the international legal strategy across all markets outside Asia. Oversee commercial legal matters including franchise, wholesale, distribution, and retail expansion. Support omnichannel business models and advise on new market entry strategies. Drive intellectual property protection and anti-counterfeiting initiatives globally. Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR) and consumer law requirements. Take ownership of ESG and supply chain compliance, including relevant EU regulatory frameworks. Act as the key legal interface between international and Asian business units. Provide strategic legal advice to executive leadership and senior stakeholders. Lead and develop a lean international legal function. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer (German Volljurist) or equivalent international qualification. Extensive post-qualification experience, including significant time in senior legal leadership roles. Strong background in international commercial law within retail, consumer, or lifestyle sectors. Proven experience working across both Civil Law and Common Law jurisdictions. Ability to translate complex legal frameworks into pragmatic, business-oriented solutions. Strong stakeholder management skills with executive-level presence. Fluent German and English; familiarity with Asian markets or business culture is advantageous. What’s on Offer? A high-impact leadership role with direct access to executive management. Opportunity to shape global legal strategy in a premium, international brand environment. Broad scope across commercial, regulatory, and strategic legal matters.  

Team Lead Export Control & Customs Location: Bavaria Our client is seeking an experienced professional to lead and further develop a global export control, sanctions, and customs compliance framework. This is a high-impact position offering strong visibility and the opportunity to shape governance structures across a complex international organisation. Key Responsibilities: Drive and continuously enhance global export control and customs compliance frameworks. Ensure full adherence to international sanctions and trade regulations. Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on compliance, classification, and licensing matters. Optimise processes, tools, and screening systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Oversee audits, monitor regulatory developments, and proactively mitigate risks. Lead, or step into leading, an international team. Requirements: Proven experience in export control, sanctions, and/or customs compliance. Strong knowledge of EU regulations; familiarity with US regulations is advantageous. Academic background in law, business, or international trade. Excellent analytical capabilities and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated leadership experience or clear potential to move into a leadership role.

Legal Counsel  A growing international company is seeking a proactive Legal Counsel to manage diverse legal matters across commercial, corporate, and intellectual property law. This role offers direct collaboration with specialist departments and the opportunity to independently handle complex legal issues. Why Join Us? Work closely with cross-functional teams on impactful legal projects. Take ownership of complex legal matters with significant responsibility. Influence market strategies for product launches across Europe and beyond. Thrive in a dynamic environment with fast decision-making processes. Key Responsibilities: Provide guidance on commercial, corporate, and intellectual property law. Draft and negotiate complex contracts in sales and marketing, including international cooperation agreements. Ensure the legally compliant marketing of products, reviewing advertising law requirements nationally and internationally. Support product launches in Europe and global markets from a legal perspective. Act as the legal contact for diverse departments and manage special legal projects. Work closely with stakeholders to align legal strategies with business goals. Your Profile: Fully qualified lawyer with two above-average state exams. Around two years of professional experience as a lawyer or in-house legal counsel. Expertise in commercial and corporate law, IP law, competition law, or medical law in national and international contexts. Strong advisory skills, acting as a trusted partner for internal teams. High reliability, resilience, and excellent communication skills. Proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to contribute to innovative projects. Business-fluent in German and English (C1 level or higher).

Senior Legal Counsel Location: Stockholm, Sweden Our client is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to act as a trusted legal advisor to a diverse, multi-entity business with both local and international operations. You will support commercial activity and operational functions by delivering pragmatic, business-focused legal advice across a broad range of matters. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review and negotiate tenders, commercial contracts and customer agreements. Support commercial negotiations and advise on contractual risk. Review and negotiate distribution, OEM, system integrator agreements. Develop, maintain and update contract templates and terms and conditions. Provide support on pre-litigation matters, claims and dispute resolution. Coordinate and oversee litigation, representing the organisation before courts, authorities and other bodies where required. Advise management and business units on legal matters, including the impact of existing and upcoming regulations. Ensure compliance with applicable Swedish, EU and internal policy requirements. Support real estate-related matters and employment law issues at a local level. Deliver legal and compliance training to management and business teams. Manage external legal counsel and ensure effective representation of the organisation’s interests. Requirements: Law degree with qualification to practise as a lawyer in Sweden. Relevant experience gained in a law firm or in-house legal role, ideally within construction, energy or renewable sectors. Strong understanding of in-house legal operations, with the ability to identify key business risks and provide practical, solution-oriented advice. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken. A structured, analytical and results-driven working style.