Senior Legal Counsel Spain

Hace 2 horas

Madrid, Madrid, España UNIQLO (Fast Retailing Group) Jornada completa

Senior Legal Counsel Spain

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Organising Institution / Firm

UNIQLO (Fast Retailing Group)

Rolling Basis (Official)

Madrid, Spain

Not Specified

Admitted to practice law in Spain; Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience at a law firm or in-house; Full professional proficiency in English, Spanish, and Catalan; Permanent right to work in Spain.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

UNIQLO, a brand of the Fast Retailing Group, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in Madrid, Spain. This role focuses on commercial law, consumer protection, data privacy, and labor/employment matters, providing legal support to the Spanish market while coordinating with European and Japanese regional teams.

Key Eligibility Criteria

  • Qualification: Admitted to practice law in Spain.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience (law firm or in-house).
  • Languages: Full professional proficiency in English, Spanish, and Catalan (Portuguese is a plus).
  • Work Authorization: Permanent right to work in Spain without visa sponsorship.
  • Preferred: Experience in the retail sector and global, multi-cultural environments.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

  • Manage commercial, consumer protection, data privacy, and labor/employment legal matters.
  • Handle litigation, disputes, and customer claims.
  • Support HR with works council matters and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and maintain templates.
  • Oversee corporate governance and GDPR compliance in Spain.
  • Conduct internal compliance training and monitor legislative changes.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified. Includes half-year bonus and global profit share scheme.

Mode: Full-time, Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).

FAQs

  • Is visa sponsorship provided? No, candidates must have the permanent right to work in Spain.
  • What is the reporting structure? The role reports to the Legal Director for Europe and the Spanish COO, with one direct report (Labour Law Specialist).