Contract Manager
Schneider Electric · Hoofddorp, Netherlands · Customer Projects, Solutions and Services
About this role
Schneider Electric is hiring a director-level Legal Counsel based in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. The posting calls out experience with Security.
- Role
- Legal Counsel
- Function
- legal
- Level
- director
- Track
- hybrid
- Location
- Hoofddorp, Netherlands
- Department
- Customer Projects, Solutions and Services
- Posted
- May 22, 2026
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Job description
from Schneider Electric careersWe are looking for a Contract Manager to support various customer projects across the BeNe zone. This development role is suited for colleagues eager to build expertise in contract management, commercial risk, and project financial performance within a customer project environment. It offers a strong learning curve through real project exposure and close mentorship from a Senior Contract Manager and Legal. You will work closely with Project Managers, Finance, Legal, and Supply Chain, gaining autonomy while becoming an active member of the EU CM team, committed to secure, profitable, and compliant project delivery. Key Missions Responsibilities 1. Tender Contract Formation Phase Support contract reviews and contractual positioning for customer projects, in line with CM rules Assist in identifying and mitigating contractual, commercial, scope, and schedule risks with Legal and SMEs Support back‑to‑back alignment and contract handover to execution teams This phase builds your foundation in early risk anticipation and commercial strategy. 2. Project Execution Phase Support contract administration and help Project Managers manage contractual risks and opportunities Assist in change management activities, including variation orders, claims, and contractual correspondence Develop hands‑on exposure to financial drivers such as margin protection, cash flow, and forecasting This phase strengthens your understanding of project…