Contract Review Lawyer

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. The Stantec community unites approximately 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents.

The Position Requires The Following

• An understanding of contracts, not being over-faced by a lot of documents or attachments
• Strong analytical and organization skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Keen attention to detail with an ability to spot errors
• Ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers, and external partners
• Excellent time-management skills
  

A candidate who would enjoy this role would likely be someone who is generally organised, makes lists or action targets and who can prioritise work.
The Contract Review Lawyer will be encouraged to carry out basic negotiation and / or modify terms and conditions on contracts in order to reduce company liability or cost. They will work closely with the Contracts Co-Ordinator and Corporate Counsel on more complex areas. Ensuring the correct completed document is signed off properly and stored safely in our files is also key so a completer-finisher type of personality would be a good fit.Whilst client facing contracts form the base of the work, supporting with Collateral Warranties / letters of reliance, confidentiality (non-disclosure agreements), contract novations and supporting with supplier contracts are other potential types of work.Full training and support would be provided to help identity what Stantec looks for in its contracts with clients.Key ResponsibilitiesCore responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Contracts review – Assist, support and participate in the review process of bespoke contracts with clients, sub-consultants and other suppliers, including:
• help with the identification of risks on contractual matters;
• help and promote the contracts governance during the drafting, negotiation, execution and archiving of bespoke contracts;
• Review completed documents with team members for final execution.
• Manage all updates and modifications to contract documents.
• Issue Letters of Reliance and collateral warranties.
• Issue documents via Docusign or similar online signing platforms.
• Liaison with stakeholders and third parties.
• Contractual templates - Provide support and assist in keeping the Legal/Contracts templates up to date.
• Attention to detail, and diligence to ensure support requests are resolved satisfactorily
• Proficiency using the internet as a resource (as required) to satisfactorily resolve questions and/or issues
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately
• The capability to assess priorities and work independently
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  

Primary Location:

India | Pune

Organization:

Stantec IN Business Unit

Employee Status:

Regular

Travel:

No

Schedule:

Full time

Job Posting:

05/12/2025 11:12:58

Req ID:

1003015