Legal Counsel

hace 3 semanas


Madrid, España Atradius A tiempo completo

**Atradius**

The Atradius Group provides trade credit insurance, surety and collections services worldwide, and has a presence through 160 offices in 52 countries. The products offered by Atradius protect companies around the world against the default risks associated with selling goods and services on credit.

**LEGAL COUNSEL**

Atradius Collections is one of the world’s leading commercial debt collection agencies and a world-class credit management organizations. Currently we are looking for an experienced new colleague to fill the position of an in-house lawyer (Legal Counsel) in our central Legal and Compliance Department. The person holding this position will provide expert legal advice (with a focus on GDPR, commercial law and contract law) related to the company’s day-to-day operations. Such person will work closely with the business to ensure its success and profitability.

The position is within the Iberia & South America region and the North America region which comprises several countries including Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Mexico, the United States and Canada. Such person will need to work in an international environment, close to the business operations while still being involved in high level development projects.

The Legal Counsel is expected to be based in Madrid or Lisbon and will report to Legal & Compliance Senior Manager.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide legal, regulatory and compliance advice to Atradius Collections’ day-to-day activity in the Iberia & South America region and the North America region. Take care of all legal topics in assigned regions.
- Draft, negotiate and review a wide variety of contracts, in particular service level agreements, supply agreements, accounts receivable management service agreements, account receivables stand-by servicing agreements, referral agreements, agent agreements.
- Provide guidance and support on variety of corporate governance matters in assigned regions such as preparing minutes of the Board of Directors and the Shareholders’ meetings, coordinate the process of approval of annual accounts, make respective registrations in relevant Commercial Registers.
- Proactively contribute to enhance compliance policies and procedures to continually improve internal controls to comply with laws and regulations.
- Monitor industry developments and maintain knowledge of new and amended laws and regulations that may impact Atradius Collections’ operations in assigned regions.
- Provide support to the Group Compliance Department in managing the risk of international sanctions, in particular support the internal sanctions screening process, provide assistance to local compliance and other internal stakeholders on sanctions related issues.
- Collaborate with business colleagues to achieve targeted business results while managing legal risks.
- Maintain strong connections with other members of the Legal and Compliance Department, share best practices and understand current and future needs.
- Perform other legal tasks and projects assigned by the Legal & Compliance Senior Manager.

**Job Requirements: Knowledge, Education and Experience**
- A university degree in Law, good academic credentials and post-qualification experience.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience as either in-house counsel or an attorney in a law firm.
- Previous experience in international or global organization will be an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of GDPR, experience in working with contracts and corporate housekeeping.
- Fluent English and Spanish spoken and written Portuguese would be an advantage but is not a requirement.
- Ability to work cross-border, learn quickly, take initiative, work proactively, be resourceful, take on additional responsibility, and prioritize under pressure.
- Detail oriented, organized, reliable, resourceful with a focus on co-piloting the business.
- Strong team player but also able to work independently.
- Strong analytical, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

**What do we offer?**
- A dynamic, international and challenging work environment
- Training and support to reach your full potential including the opportunity for continuous professional development
- Attractive terms and conditions, including competitive salary, pension package and a range of flexible benefits and rewards
- Challenging tasks with individual development and training opportunities

**Equal opportunities for all**

**What do we offer?**
- A dynamic, international and challenging work environment
- Training and support to reach your full potential including the opportunity for continuous professional development
- Attractive terms and conditions, including competitive salary, pension package and a range of flexible benefits and rewards
- Challenging tasks with individual development and training opportunities

**Equal opportunities for all**

**Do you have any questions about our offer?**

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