Junior Lawyer

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Description
Within a team composed of 7 people, we are looking for a Junior Lawyer to join Viridien and support the EAME Legal team.
This role is based in France and will work closely with the Geoscience and HPC teams.
This position offers a unique opportunity to develop strong foundations in commercial and technology-driven contracts within an international and highly innovative environment. You will contribute directly to enabling business activities while ensuring legal compliance and risk management.

You will have the opportunity to work on :

• Commercial contracting fundamentals
• Licensing and Intellectual Property awareness
• Legal risk identification, mitigation and escalation
• Cross-functional stakeholder management
• Exposure to international legal operations

Qualifications

• Degree in Law (Business Law, Corporate Law, Commercial Law or equivalent)
• Good experience in contract negotiation and contract management
• Strong contract literacy skills: drafting, reviewing and negotiating
• Strong sense of confidentiality, professionalism and ethical standards
• Well-organized, reliable and detail-oriented, with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach
• Collaborative team player, comfortable working in a multicultural and international environment
• Clear and confident communicator, able to interact easily with a wide range of stakeholders
• Proactive and adaptable, able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Curious and eager to learn, with a genuine interest in scientific, technical and innovative topics
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Strong proficiency in French and English

Key Responsibilities
Contract Management

• Review, draft and amend a wide range of contracts
• Support the negotiation of commercial and licensing agreements
• Prepare contract amendments and related documentation
• Maintain contract templates and legal records
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with internal standards

Business Support

• Partner with Geoscience and HPC commercial and sales teams
• Support Procurement, HR, Facilities and Marketing teams
• Translate legal requirements into practical and operational guidance
• Support commercial deals under the supervision of the Legal team
• Escalate legal and risk issues appropriately

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure contracts align with Viridien legal and compliance policies
• Support compliance with local content and regulatory requirements
• Work collaboratively with Tax, Compliance, Insurance and Finance teams
• Act as first-line legal support before escalation to senior counsel

Additional Information

• Location : Massy
• Contract Type : Permanent – Full time
• Starting date : Asap

If you are passionate about commercial law, technology-driven contracts and want to grow in an international and innovative environment, this role is an excellent opportunity to start or accelerate your legal career at Viridien.

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.