Legal Counsel

Reports to :

Regional Legal Management

Responsible for :

Legal advice, documentation, and compliance Location :

Flexible – regular travel to Tàrrega and Madrid required Salary Range :

€70,000 – €95,000 (annual gross, depending on experience)

About the Company The company is an established international group with a strong European presence and a long-standing tradition of operational excellence, innovation, and integrity. Within Southern Europe, several business entities operate under the group structure, providing industrial and commercial solutions across

Spain, France, and Portugal

Purpose of the Role The

Legal Counsel – Southern Europe

serves as the principal legal advisor for the group’s operations in the Southern European region. The role provides comprehensive legal support across Spain, France, and Portugal, including

contract drafting and negotiation

regulatory compliance

legal risk management

, and

corporate governance

• . It also contributes to the

implementation of compliance programs

and group-wide governance initiatives.

The position requires regular travel to regional offices, with

Tàrrega

serving as the main working location.

Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including supply agreements, sales contracts, IT and data processing agreements, and NDAs. Support public and private sector tender processes in compliance with applicable legal frameworks. Provide timely and pragmatic legal advice to management and operational teams. Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal corporate policies. Coordinate and manage external legal advisors and maintain relationships with law firms and legal service providers. Assist in resolving disputes and managing legal claims, protecting the group’s interests. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and conduct legal research to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices. Deliver legal training sessions and provide guidance to local management and staff. Support the development and implementation of corporate governance frameworks, internal policies, and compliance programs.

Candidate Profile Qualified legal professional in

Spain

or another relevant

European jurisdiction

(preferably

France

or

Italy

). Between

4 and 6 years

of post-qualification experience in

corporate law

commercial contracts

, and

compliance

international legal matters

and the ability to operate effectively within

multicultural environments

Spanish

and

English

is required; proficiency in

French

Italian

, or

Portuguese

is considered an advantage. Strong analytical and drafting skills, with the ability to provide independent and solution-oriented legal advice. High professional integrity, organizational awareness, and attention to detail. Availability :

32–40 hours per week

Compensation and Benefits Competitive annual salary between

€70,000 and €95,000

, depending on experience and qualifications. Flexible working arrangements with regular travel across Southern Europe. An opportunity to contribute to a respected international organization with a strong heritage, values-driven culture, and long-term strategic vision.