Legal Counsel / Senior Contract Manager

Legal Counsel / Senior Contracts Specialist Location: Sheffield Our client is seeking a Legal Counsel / Senior Contracts Specialist to join their team. In this role you will provide legal and contractual support for both public and private procurement processes, with a focus on technically complex construction and engineering projects. Key Responsibilities: Drafting and reviewing international construction and engineering contracts. Preparing agreements with subcontractors. Developing consortium and joint venture contracts. Negotiating collaborative delivery models such as project partnering and alliance agreements. Managing contract amendments and variations, preparing legal correspondence, and supporting claims processes. Requirements: Degree in common law or equivalent international legal qualification, with strong academic results. Substantial professional experience in contract law within infrastructure or large-scale project settings. Demonstrated ability to manage legal aspects of complex national and cross-border projects. Solution-oriented legal thinker with a practical, balanced approach. Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain legal concepts and present alternative strategies. Fluent in English (spoken and written); knowledge of German is a plus. Willingness to travel occasionally as part of project responsibilities. What’s Offered: A dynamic, multifaceted role with significant autonomy. A collaborative, international work environment. Flat organisational structure with efficient decision-making processes. Direct engagement with ongoing projects across regions. Flexible working options, including remote work possibilities.

Location: Sheffield, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/19/2025