Legal & Contracts Manager

Melt Group is looking for a Legal & Contract Manager Manager on behalf leading Construction and Infrastructure company which in charge of executing large and big projects in South Florida

Responsibilities:

• Drives contract lifecycle from drafting through completion of the negotiation process, and/or contract execution. Manages contract change control process and related correspondence requiring legal input.
• Drafts, manages, distributes, responds to, or analyzes RFIs, RFPs, RFQs or customer terms & conditions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Provide legal advice on property acquisitions, development, and construction matters.
• Handle disputes and litigation related to real estate and construction.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to mitigate legal risks.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and update policies accordingly.
• Maintains a deep understanding of Autodesk contract templates, contracts policy, legal risk and liability, and company position on various matters.
• Prepares contracts for internal review and approval and ensures compliance with company policies as well as applicable laws or regulations; Interprets contracts and advises sales / consulting managers on contractual responsibilities.
• Translates complex commercial/legal scenarios into simple language and action plans.
• May mentor and train less experienced contract professionals.

Requirements:

• Have at least 10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably as a lawyer in private practice or in a similar in-house role.
• Demonstrate good drafting and negotiation.
• Experience in Construction, Engineering, Real Estate is a very good plus.
• Be able to manage multiple priorities, work efficiently under pressure and consistently meet tight deadlines.
• Be able to communicate efficiently and work with business representatives at all levels of seniority.
• Be able to work independently as well as under the supervision of Regional / Vertical Lawyers.