Head of Legal

Reporting to the CFO, the Head of Legal and Compliance is responsible for providing accurate and timely support and advice on a worldwide level in the fields of Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and Intellectual Property for all the brands and subsidiaries of our client in the technology sector.

**ACTIVITIES**

The duties and responsibilities include:

- Providing legal assistance during all stages of the companies’ lifecycles of the Group (creation, registration of corporate changes, approval of annual accounts, UBOs statements, etc.) with assistance of local lawyers / fiduciaries when needed.
- Providing legal assistance on management packages and group incentives.
- Drafting or reviewing corporate legal documents (minutes of shareholders’ meetings, board of directors’ resolutions, capital transactions, share transfer agreements, shareholders’ agreements, delegation of authorities, powers of attorney, etc.) and any other related contractual document.
- Draft and revision of all kinds of commercial agreements: distribution, agency agreements, supply agreements, loan agreements, rental agreements, advertising agreements, non-disclosure agreements, etc. In general, all kinds of service agreements with clients or suppliers.
- Performing legal research in various local legislations and case laws.
- Taking part in the legal process and drafting of templates.
- Managing external and internal legal resources where required.
- Taking part in M&A process (draft and review of NDA, LOI, due diligence, shareholders’ agreements and share purchase agreements, integration).
- Taking part in the design/delivery of training programs suitable for the needs of other relevant departments.
- Working with other team members on particular projects such as policies, processes, etc.
- In coordination with the External Compliance Officer: Coordinate with internal stakeholders the implementation and periodic updating of compliance protocols or procedures; monitor potential compliance risks to determine the appropriate control mechanism; monitor controls, work on improvements or create new controls where appropriate to strengthen risk coverage. In the near future, take over the Compliance Officer role and work with the external Compliance officer during its transition.
- Safekeeping of contracts, corporate books and other important documentation (public deeds, etc.).
- Manage legal and contract negotiations at an international level.

**EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND**
- Law degree in Spain.
- Master’s degree in Corporate/Commercial Law would be a plus.
- **Good knowledge of Spanish** law is required.
- **Approx 7+ years of work experience** in a related field in a top law firm or an international company. Spanish and English (both fluent speaking and writing).

**SKILLS**
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate recommendations and options about complex legal issues.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize and weigh business and legal risks, lead strategically and advance innovative solutions.
- Ability to grasp complex areas of law timely and accurately.
- Ability to do research and work on different local laws.
- Ability to balance priorities and organize work effectively to meet deadlines.
- Problem solving skills and ability to work in an international business environment.
- Excellent organization and time management skills, team player and able to work independently.
- Interpersonal managing skills: capable of managing a network of international external attorneys (e.g. Europe, USA, China)
- Leadership. Business instincts/sales skills. Negotiation skills.
- International experience (e.g. living abroad at least 1-2 years) a plus.
- Project management skills a plus

**WHAT THEY OFFER**
- Compensation & benefits include competitive gross salary + Bonus + Stock Appreciation Rights + Catering service included + Training + Team building activities + Health insurance upon completion one year of employment
- A real opportunity to develop your career in an international company that operates in the IoT ecosystem.
- Hybrid working model.
- Great facilities with amenities.
- Referral Program