Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel - IT Law Location: Bonn Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel specialising in IT law to support large-scale IT projects in a fast-paced international setting. In this role you will advise on technology contracts, public procurement, and IP matters while working closely with project teams and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Provide legal advice on IT and IP law, general civil law, and public procurement (tender) regulations. Support and negotiate contracts related to large-scale software development and implementation projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage legal risks and ensure compliance throughout project lifecycles. Apply practical project management skills to align legal strategies with business objectives. Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of IT-related agreements and procurement documentation. Assist with dispute resolution and support regulatory compliance in IT procurement and licensing. Your Profile: Qualified lawyer with strong legal exam results. 8+ years’ experience in IT projects, combining law firm and in-house legal backgrounds. Expertise in IT law, intellectual property, public procurement law, and general civil law. Practical knowledge of large-scale IT project environments, including software development and implementation. Business fluent in English, with an LL.M. or equivalent experience in English-speaking environments. Strong communication, negotiation, and project collaboration skills. What's on Offer: Exciting role in a fast-growing, international company. Opportunity to work on impactful IT projects across various sectors. Collaborative team environment with flexible working options. Professional development and training opportunities.

Export Compliance Lawyer Location: Munich A role that inspires you Join a leading organisation as an Export Compliance Lawyer, where you will play a vital role in shaping and maintaining a robust global compliance framework. In this position, you’ll ensure adherence to complex international trade laws and provide expert guidance to senior management on regulatory challenges, helping safeguard the company’s global operations. What you’ll be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain a global export compliance management system (CMS). Establish and update group-wide export control policies, processes, and standards. Conduct risk analyses to identify and mitigate export compliance risks. Ensure compliance with international embargoes, sanctions, and trade regulations. Advise business units on complex export control and contractual matters. Support investigations and whistleblowing procedures related to compliance. Provide regular reports and recommendations to senior management on compliance risks and controls. Communicate regulatory updates and ensure integration into company-wide processes. What you bring: Fully qualified German lawyer (Zweites Staatsexamen) with several years of relevant experience, ideally in an international corporate environment. Strong expertise in national and international export control laws (EU dual-use regulations, German Foreign Trade Act, US export control, and sanctions law). Experience in designing and managing compliance frameworks and governance structures. Analytical, structured, and proactive working style. Excellent advisory and communication skills in both German and English; additional languages are a plus. What’s on offer: An influential role in a global organisation with significant compliance responsibilities. Collaborative and international working environment. Opportunities for continuous professional growth and development. Competitive benefits and a flexible work culture.

Legal Counsel Location: Bremen A role that inspires you Join a dynamic legal team and play a pivotal role in guiding complex construction and real estate projects from start to finish. In this position, you’ll provide strategic legal advice, manage risk, and support senior leadership in shaping contracts and frameworks that drive successful project outcomes. Your expertise will directly contribute to the organisation’s growth and operational success. What you’ll be doing: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for large-scale construction projects. Provide legal and strategic guidance throughout all project phases. Advise management and executive boards on key legal and commercial matters. Lead risk management, dispute resolution, and support court proceedings as needed. Develop and maintain legal templates, tools, and best practice frameworks. Deliver training and guidance to operational teams on legal and compliance matters. What you bring: Fully qualified lawyer (Second State Examination). Professional experience in construction law. Commercially aware with pragmatic problem-solving skills. Interest in technical and project-related legal matters. Collaborative mindset and proactive approach to improving processes. Confident in MS Office and modern digital tools, including AI. Structured, calm under pressure, and able to prioritise effectively. What’s on offer: Permanent role with competitive compensation. Flexible, trust-based working hours. Continuous professional development and career growth opportunities. Comprehensive onboarding and mentoring program. Health and wellbeing initiatives. Supportive, collaborative team culture with regular social events. Access to employee benefits and partner discounts. About the opportunity This position is being managed exclusively by MAM Gruppe, a specialist recruitment partner connecting world-class professionals with leading organisations across Germany. All applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality.