Labour Legal Manager

Join to apply for the Labour Legal Manager role at SAMY Iberia About SAMY SAMY is a leading global marketing agency. We activate end-to-end media strategies, connecting with audiences in the most integrated and effective ways to solve key business challenges and make brands matter. Job Description SAMY is a leading global marketing agency. We activate end-to-end media strategies, connecting with audiences in the most integrated and effective ways to solve key business challenges and make brands matter. We are the first international ecosystem fueled by creativity, technology and culture, and by a team of 900+ people across 20 offices and 55 markets, serving more than 270 leading clients, including Europe, the U.S. and Latin America, who live and breathe social-first. Together, we create relevancy in the social universe for blue-chip brands such as L’Oréal, The North Face, Diageo, Microsoft and Samsung, among others. Our vision is to lead the evolution of brand communication. At our core, we are Bold, Human and Transformative. We are adventurous. SAMY is where your career pushes boundaries and unlocks your highest potential. We were born with a desire to go further. To defy the status quo. To reshape our world. This is your opportunity to work around the globe. With exciting clients. In projects that shape the industry. Mission The Global Labour Legal Manager will provide expert legal advice and support on labour and employment matters across all jurisdictions where the group operates. This is a global role, working in close collaboration with HR teams, management, and external advisors when needed. The position focuses on key areas such as employment contracts, dismissals, employee mobility, labour restructuring, and alignment with local labour regulations worldwide. Job Functions Act as the primary legal partner for the People function, providing legal advice on employment and labour law matters affecting the group globally, with a focus on Spain but covering other jurisdictions as required, with local off counsel support. Draft, review, and update employment contracts, internal policies, and labour-related documentation. Advise on dismissals, disciplinary actions, and termination processes (individual and collective). Support the People function on international employee mobility, secondments, expatriate arrangements, and related compliance matters. Assist with labour restructurings and workforce reorganizations across jurisdictions, including coordination of legal processes and stakeholder communication. Represent SAMY in labor proceedings with public bodies, including relations with labor authorities and attendance at proceedings before the Servicio de Mediación, Arbitraje y Conciliación. Engage and coordinate with external counsel in various jurisdictions when local expertise is needed. Manage cross-border labour law situations effectively, ensuring coordination and alignment among multiple jurisdictions. Proactively monitor changes in labour legislation in key markets and ensure group-wide compliance in collaboration with People. Support internal training and awareness initiatives related to employment legal topics. Collaborate with the broader legal team and other corporate functions on cross-border projects with employment-related components. Requirements Law degree obtained in Spain. 3-4 years of experience in employment/labour law, preferably in a leading law firm advising corporate clients. Solid knowledge of Spanish employment and social security law; experience in international matters is highly valued. Proven ability to manage cross-border labour law issues. Hands-on experience in: Individual and collective dismissals Employment contracts and policies International mobility and secondments Labour aspects of restructuring processes Collective bargaining and labor union relations Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken). Portuguese, Italian, German or Dutch is a plus. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, international environment. Strong communication, legal drafting, and problem-solving skills. Business-oriented mindset, with a proactive and collaborative approach. Benefits Hybrid Work Modality: Enjoy the best of both worlds with our flexible hybrid work setup, working 3 days from the office, designed to connect, create, and inspire. Flexible Working Hours: Promote a healthy work-life balance. International Work Environment: Be part of a truly diverse and multicultural global family with opportunities to meet peers and work from any of our offices 3 weeks per year. Career Growth Opportunities: Access career paths, in-house online training, and the mobility plan to expand beyond local opportunities. Flexible Retribution with COBEE 23 Vacation Days Your Birthday Off: In addition to December 24th and 31st off, celebrate your special day. Health and Wellbeing: Access to health coverage (varying by country), wellbeing initiatives and Wellhub for wellness and health benefits. Parenthood Support: Benefit from parenthood initiatives including Support Groups, Professional Coaching for first-time parents, a Soft Return (remote) policy after maternity/paternity leave Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Opportunity to actively participate in the creation and growth of new ventures through the Innovation SAMY Awards and Jaguar Incubator. Global Briefs: Opportunity to actively participate in SAMY's global growth by contributing to exciting client pitches and volunteering for projects aligned with your dream brands, target countries, or passions. #J-18808-Ljbffr