SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL - INTERNATIONAL PROCUREMENT & BUSINESS LAW (M/F) - +7 YEARS OF PQE - CAPA QUALIFICATION (FRENCH ADMISSION TO THE BAR)
Type de Structure : Entreprise privée
Nombre d'employés ou de collaborateurs : 250 - 499
Présentation de l'entreprise :
Colas, a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group, is a major player in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure and urban development.
Colas covers the entire value chain: from industrial production to service offerings, including construction work.
Thanks to its local presence in some fifty countries on five continents , Colas achieved a consolidated revenue of €15.9 billion in 2024, 59% of which is outside France.
With its 64,000 employees , a network of 2,000 operating units comprising 3,500 production units, and nearly 45,000 projects per year, Colas is the trusted partner of its customers.
Colas maintains its pioneering, innovative and responsible spirit to connect people and foster the sustainable development of territories .
Colas shares the four founding values of the Bouygues Group, which form the basis of its corporate culture and the way it operates on a daily basis:
• Respect: treat others how you would like to be treated.
• Commitment: for us, commitment is about giving your heart and soul.
• Pioneering: bold innovation, not blind ambition.
• Sharing: at Bouygues, knowledge and experience are meant to be passed on.
At Colas, it’s our people who drive our company forward.
We strive to develop talent, and we give those who join the company the opportunity to reach their full potential throughout their careers.
Because, when you join Colas, we hope you’ll make a career here.
Site Internet https://www.colas.com/fr/
Critères de l'offre
Île-de-France - PUTEAUX
Type de contrat : CDI
Métier : Responsable juridique
Domaine(s) d'activité : Droit des affaires (général), Droit international/ Droit de l’Union européenne, Droit des sociétés - Corporate - M&A
Temps de travail : Temps Plein
Salaire : -
Date d'entrée en fonction : Immédiate
Profil du candidat
Expérience (Requis ): 7 ans
Formation (Requis) : BAC +5 (Master 2)
Type de Formation (Requis) : CAPA
Compétences (Requis) : Droit des affaires (général), Droit des sociétés - Corporate - M&A, Droit international/ Droit de l’Union européenne
Langues (Requis): Anglais
Descriptif de l'offre
Colas Rail is a key player in the rail infrastructure sector, developing innovative solutions that support more sustainable and responsible mobility.
With operations in more than 23 countries and a workforce of 6,000 employees, we design, build and maintain the infrastructure that keeps public transport moving. As a systems builder and integrator, we manage the entire lifecycle of rail infrastructure—from engineering and construction to maintenance.
Joining Colas Rail means joining a global, ambitious and human adventure within Colas, a subsidiary of the Bouygues Group.
Mission
Within the Corporate – Business Law team, the Senior International Procurement & Business Law Counsel supports the Procurement Department and operational teams in ensuring the legal security of their procurement activities in France and internationally.
The successful candidate will contribute to the development, updating and deployment of Colas Rail Group contractual standards, particularly for major international projects.
Main Responsibilities
Legal support for procurement activities
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- Draft, review, negotiate and approve procurement framework agreements.
- Support Procurement teams during supplier consultations and negotiations.
- Identify legal and contractual risks and propose appropriate solutions.
- Assist teams with the performance of procurement contracts, claims and disputes.
Business law
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- Draft and negotiate various types of commercial agreements, including framework agreements, services agreements, IT and SaaS agreements, licence agreements, non-disclosure agreements, partnerships, leases and maintenance agreements.
- Advise head-office departments on business law and contract law matters.
- Manage pre-litigation and litigation proceedings, coordinating with external counsel when necessary.
Group Contractual Governance
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- Develop, maintain and update the Group’s contractual templates and negotiation guidelines.
- Ensure consistency in contractual practices across Colas Rail entities.
- Lead the deployment of Group contractual templates within business units and major international projects.
- Train and raise awareness among teams regarding contractual standards and best negotiation practices.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of contract management tools and processes.
Personal Data Protection
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- Participate in the review of clauses relating to personal data protection.
- Support teams on GDPR-related matters.
Profile
Education
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- Master’s degree in Business Law, Contract Law or an equivalent qualification in French or English law.
- CAPA qualification (French admission to the Bar) or equivalent would be an advantage.
Experience
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- At least seven years’ experience in business law and commercial contracts, including significant experience with international contracts.
Skills
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- Excellent knowledge of contract law and business law.
- Ability to work in a multicultural and international environment.
- Excellent drafting, analytical and negotiation skills.
- Pragmatic, autonomous and solution-oriented approach.
Languages
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- A full professional / bilingual proficiency level in English is a must.
- French with a professional working level is essential.
- Ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts in both French and English.
Joining Colas Rail means becoming part of passionate, close-knit teams driven by solidarity, a strong sense of service and a genuine appetite for challenge.
Are you looking to join a company that values respect, collaboration and bold thinking? Do you want to take charge of your career, develop your skills and explore new internal opportunities? Then come and grow with us!
At Colas Rail, we are committed to creating a great place to work. We offer initiatives designed to support our employees’ needs and development, while promoting equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion.
And because your contribution matters, we also offer an attractive compensation package.