Leading International Contract Lawyer
Core
Senior legal professional leading contract management and governance for an international architecture and design studio.
Role type
Senior IC international contract lawyer
Builds
Scalable legal processes, contract templates, and governance standards for global design projects
Domain
Architecture & Design / International Commercial Law
Required skills
International contract law, commercial negotiation, contract governance, legal risk assessment, process optimization, cross-border project management, Legal English (C1+), analytical skills
Preferred skills
Experience in architecture, interior design, or engineering firms, stakeholder management, business-oriented mindset
Technologies
Contract management systems, workflow automation tools
Responsibilities
Lead contract management function and establish efficient processes for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, approving, executing, and archiving commercial agreements; Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of international commercial contracts; Develop and maintain contract templates, clause libraries, and negotiation playbooks; Design and implement contract approval workflows and governance standards; Assess legal and commercial risks and provide practical recommendations; Advise business leaders on contractual matters for international design projects; Oversee contract registers and ensure proper maintenance of legal documentation; Drive automation and continuous improvement of contract processes.
