Legal Counsel

Finance · Barcelona (Rubí) · Hybrid

Location & work modality: Barcelona #LI Hybrid/Remote

Start: ASAP

Type of Contract: Full Time / Permanent

Our job titles may span more than one job level. The actual base pay is dependent on a number of factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands.

About Submer

At Submer, we're revolutionizing sustainable data center technologies. Our mission is to innovate and deploy cutting-edge immersion cooling and infrastructure solutions to support high-density computing, reduce environmental impact, and create a smarter digital future. As we grow, we're looking for a highly skilled and fully bilingual Legal Counsel to support our legal operations in Spain.

What impact you will have

We're seeking a seasoned Legal Counsel with strong expertise in Spanish contract law, corporate legal matters, and compliance. This role will be instrumental in managing Spanish-language contracts, NDAs, and legal operations involving external counsel. In addition to strong legal capabilities, we are looking for a commercially-minded professional with solid in-house experience advising executive leadership and a deep understanding of the technology business landscape

What you'll do

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements in Spanish and English , including NDAs, service agreements, and vendor contracts.
• Provide legal advice to internal teams on contractual obligations, compliance, and risk management.
• Manage legal aspects of Submer's operations in Spain, including corporate, labor, and regulatory matters.
• Liaise with outside counsel on specialized or complex legal issues (e.g., litigation, IP, employment).
• Support cross-functional teams such as Sales, HR, and Operations with legal insights and contract support.
• Maintain legal documentation and ensure accurate record-keeping and contract management.
• Monitor changes in Spanish and EU laws that impact the business and help ensure compliance.
• Assist in developing and standardizing legal templates, policies, and internal processes.

What you'll need

• Law degree from a Spanish university; admission to the Spanish Bar is preferred.
• 6–10 years of relevant legal experience, with proven experience both in private practice and in-house, advising executive leadership.
• Deep knowledge of Spanish contract and commercial law .
• In-depth understanding of the technology industry , including SaaS or infrastructure-related contracts, is highly valued.
• Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (written and spoken), with the ability to draft and negotiate legal documents in both languages.
• Demonstrated experience working with external legal counsel and managing legal projects independently.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with a business-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and international environment.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of data protection (GDPR) or employment law .
• Previous experience in a scale-up or multinational environment.

What we offer

• Attractive compensation package reflecting your expertise and experience.
• Restaurant Pass.
• Private Health Insurance.
• Languages classes (English).
• A healthy work environment with fresh fruits to energise and an on-site gym for active breaks.
• A great work environment characterised by friendliness, international diversity, flexibility, and a hybrid-friendly approach.
• You'll be part of a fast-growing scale-up with a mission to make a positive impact, offering an exciting career evolution.

Our Inclusive Responsibility

Submer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.

Department Finance Role Legal Affairs Locations Barcelona (Rubí) Remote status Hybrid

Contact Mireia Ortiz Talent Acquisition Partner – People

"Submer was born in 2015 from two brilliant and original minds, Daniel Pope and Pol Valls, to make operating and constructing data centers more sustainable and efficient .

Our Mission is to build sustainable and future-proof digital infrastructures to create a better and fairer world with sustainable technology ."

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