Legal Counsel - Construction & Commercial (m/f/d)

Deep Blue Recruitment is supporting a fast-growing, internationally active business operating across complex technical projects. As part of its continued expansion, the company is looking to hire a Legal Counsel with strong expertise in construction and commercial contract law. This role sits at the intersection of legal, project delivery, and commercial strategy, with exposure to cross-border operations and high-value projects.

Tasks Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, aligned with commercial objectives and internal policies Managing the full contract lifecycle, including documentation, amendments, and performance tracking Supporting the management of commercial agreements such as leases and software contracts Working closely with People teams to ensure employment law compliance across different jurisdictions Acting as a point of contact for external counsel and coordinating legal advice where required Preparing clear, concise contract and risk reports for senior management Collaborating with project and finance teams to ensure smooth contract execution Monitoring legal and regulatory developments relevant to construction and infrastructure projects, including sustainability-related topics Supporting and mentoring junior team members on contract management

best practices Requirements Fully qualified lawyer in Germany (Volljurist:in) 3-7 years’ experience in construction, infrastructure, or project-based environments Strong knowledge of international contract frameworks such as FIDIC, with experience handling claims and EOT matters Familiarity with German standard forms (VOB/B, BGB) is advantageous Broader understanding of commercial, employment, and corporate law Fluent in German and English Strong negotiation skills with a clear, pragmatic communication style Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment Take the next step in your legal career - apply today. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.