Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Lawyer (Indirect Procurement) to join our global in-house legal team. This role would be responsible for providing expert legal advice, contract drafting, negotiation and risk management support on all indirect procurement contracts--that is, contracts unrelated to client project sub-consultants. The successful candidate will advise on a wide range of commercial arrangements underpinning the organisation's global operations, including IT (licensing, SaaS, cloud, data processing), professional services, facilities, HR, marketing, finance, and corporate support agreements.


The role requires strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to operate autonomously in a complex, fast-paced, and matrixed environment

Contract Review and Negotiation

+ Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of indirect procurement contracts, including:
- Technology contracts: software licences, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, implementation, hosting, and support agreements.
- Professional services: consultancy, outsourcing, advisory, etc.
- Corporate operations: IT, finance, marketing, communications, HR, etc.
+ Ensure all contracts comply with the organisation's legal, commercial, and risk management standards.

Legal Advice and Risk Management

+ Provide clear, practical, and business-oriented legal advice to the Procurement, IT, and Corporate Services teams.
+ Identify and manage key risks, including data protection, information security, intellectual property, liability, insurance, confidentiality, and termination.
+ Advise on legal implications of procurement strategies and supplier relationships.

Stakeholder Collaboration

+ Work closely with Procurement, Privacy, Information Security, AI teams globally.
+ Partner with business stakeholders to structure contracts that align with operational objectives while protecting the organisation's interests.
+ Support training and awareness sessions for procurement and business teams on contract management and risk identification.

Governance and Process Improvement

+ Contribute to continuous improvement of the organisation's contracting frameworks, templates, and playbooks.
+ Support the transition to and optimisation of the organisation's Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system.
+ Develop and maintain guidelines and checklists for efficient contract review and risk assessment.
+ Participate in global initiatives on AI governance and other governance relating to indirect procurement.

Dispute Prevention and Resolution

+ Assist in occasional resolving supplier disputes and claims, including escalation management and settlement negotiation.
+ Provide early legal input on supplier performance or compliance issues.

Education and Admission

+ Law degree and full qualification to practise in at least one common law or civil law jurisdiction.
+ Minimum 5-8 years' post-qualification experience, preferably gained in a top-tier law firm or multinational corporate legal department.

Technical Competence

+ Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, with a focus on indirect procurement and technology transactions.
+ Strong understanding of contract, commercial, and intellectual property law, as well as familiarity with data protection, information security and AI obligations.
+ Experience with cross-border contracting and multi-jurisdictional legal issues.

Professional Skills

+ Excellent negotiation, communication, and drafting skills.
+ Strong analytical and organisational abilities, with a pragmatic and solutions-oriented mindset.
+ Ability to balance legal risk with commercial priorities and propose clear recommendations.
+ High degree of autonomy and initiative in managing workload and deadlines across regions.
+ Collaborative team player with a global mindset and cultural awareness.

Desirable Attributes


Prior experience supporting global procurement or IT functions. Familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management systems (e.g., Agiloft, Icertis, or similar). Understanding of AI, automation, and governance in supplier contexts. Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational efficiency in legal processes.
Location and Reporting


This role would be supporting Global Senior Director, Legal - Commercial and Technology and report to Head - Legal, Compliance & Ethics - GCC. This role is a people leader position, currently comprising of 2 team members and prospect to grow into a larger team, in future. The position is based in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
BGV:


Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification ("BGV") check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process -- including documents uploaded -- is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner".

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.


With approximately

4,000 talented people

across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than

73,000 globally

, in 550

offices across 40 countries

, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.


At "WSP" we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Uni?ed under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones:

Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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We are

Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future. A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking. A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Our Hybrid Working Module

With us, you can operate in a flexible, agile, yet structured work environment and follow a Hybrid Work Model.


Maximize collaboration. Maintain product quality and cultural integrity. Balance community, collaboration, opportunity, productivity, and efficiency.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our "Making Health and Safety Personal" initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

With us, you can.

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WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.