Provide pragmatic, solution-oriented legal advice to the business for projects in Benelux and DACH
Draft, review, comment on, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, both on the customer and supplier side
Support and advise on tender and bid processes, including identification and mitigation of legal risks
Guide and support the internal approval process, ensuring compliance with Vanderlande's governance and policies
Collaborate closely with business stakeholders (Sales, Project Management, Procurement, Finance) to achieve balanced commercial and legal outcomes
Deliver legal input throughout the project lifecycle - from bid stage to contract execution and project delivery in close co-operation with Contract Management and Project Management
Provide training and guidance to business teams on legal topics, contract management, and risk awareness
Act as the subject matter expert for the world-wide, corporate insurance program.
Your profile
Law degree (Master's or equivalent)
Minimum 7 years of professional experience, ideally in an international corporate environment or leading law firm
Proven experience in project business (preferably in engineering, infrastructure, logistics, or comparable industries)
Strong experience in contract drafting and negotiation (complex commercial agreements)
Sound understanding of risk assessment and mitigation in project environments
Excellent analytical and communication skills with a pragmatic, business-oriented mindset
Ability to work in a dynamic, international environment and manage multiple stakeholders
Team-oriented, proactive, and committed personality
Occasional travel will be required.
Strong English skills (written and spoken), preferable fluent in German and Dutch
What do we offer?
This position offers a competitive salary range of € 7.400 to € 8.800 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).
On top of your fixed salary you'll receive the following secondary benefits:
40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
Lease car (allowance)
Flexible working hours.
A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.
Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
Working from home allowance.
Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.
Your application
If this role appeals to you, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter. For more information, please contact Stef Alferink (Recruiter) on +31 413 755 087
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande embraces diversity in all its forms. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
Background screening
Benefits
Health insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Job Title
Legal Counsel - Central Europe
Job Description
We are looking for a Legal Counsel to support our business in the Airports and Distribution domains, mainly across the Benelux and DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). In this role, you will act as a trusted legal advisor, supporting both customer-facing and supplier-related activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Vanderlande · Veghel