Junior Contract Manager

Transform the everyday for everyone At Siemens, we enable sustainable progress through technology, connecting the real and digital worlds to improve how we live, work, and move.

We put our people first - creating a diverse, global environment where you can grow, take ownership, and make a real impact from day one. Here, your ideas turn into innovative solutions that transform industries, infrastructure, mobility and everyday life.

Your role:

As a Contract Manager, you will support Proposal and Sales teams during the offer preparation and negotiation phases, contributing to the analysis, identification, and evaluation of contractual and legal risks and adoption of mitigation actions. Additionally, you will assist Project Managers during the contract execution phase, helping to monitor contractual obligations, manage claims-related aspects, and ensure alignment with agreed terms and conditions and compliance with Italian Law.

You’ll make an impact by:

• providing clear contractual analysis and advice to sales/proposal and project manager teams on matters concerning contractual obligations, contract risk, and claim management in collaboration with legal department;
• managing daily commercial and contractual issues;
• supporting, from a contractual and legal point of view, proposal/sales teams during the contract negotiation;
• ensuring mitigation of risks both during negotiation and execution phases;
• reviewing incoming correspondence of client and/or suppliers/subcontractors, and drafting official correspondence;
• preparing variation orders, change requests, and claims, including the development and definition of the related strategy;
• Managing the resolution of disputes at the pre-litigation stage and drafting settlement agreements.

What makes you a great match:

Core Requirements

• Degree in Law;
• At least 3 years’ post-qualification experience;
• Understanding of contracts’ risks and potential legal and financial consequences associated therewith;
• Excellent knowledge of Italian Civil Law;
• Knowledge of general contractual standards;
• Use of independent judgment in resolution of contract claim issues;
• Proficiency in Italian and English;
• Eligibility to work in Italy.

Preferred Requirements

• Proven experience in complex projects, including risk assessment and claims management activities;
• Negotiation skills with clients/suppliers/subcontractors;
• Knowledge of Italian Public Procurement Law.

What you’ll benefit from:

At Siemens, we foster a results-driven and trust-based environment, offering a flexible hybrid working model that supports both performance and work-life balance. You’ll have access to a comprehensive wellbeing ecosystem, including dedicated parenthood support, health reimbursement programs, and psychological support services. Our welfare offering is designed to enhance overall quality of life, while continuous learning opportunities enable your ongoing personal and professional growth. The pay range for this position is €50000–€65000 annually. The actual offer will be determined within this range, based on the candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.

We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual and the value that diverse perspectives bring. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to grow and succeed.

At Siemens, we are an equal opportunity employer, hiring based on skills, experience, and potential, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We encourage you to share your preferred working conditions: while this role is typically full-time, flexible arrangements can be discussed.