Head of Legal Spain

Our client is a large multinational healthcare company. The Group is a relevant worldwide supplier of essential drugs, clinical nutrition products and medical devices. ¿Está considerando presentar su candidatura para este trabajo? Compruebe todos los detalles en esta

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y luego haga clic en "Solicitar". POSITION Spanish senior lawyer to lead all Legal matters of the Group Spanish branch. Candidates will have over 8-10 years of PQE advising pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical devices' companies on Legal matters. 3+ years of experience managing teams is required. Candidate will be the Head of Legal Spain of the company and lead a small team. He/she will be based in Barcelona. Full competency in Spanish and English is required. German is a plus. REPORT LINE Direct report to the Supervisory Board and CEO of the Spanish Branch, and to the Regional/Global General Counsel of the Group. JOB PURPOSE
* The Head of Legal Spain will act as primary legal advisor to the Group's Spanish Legal entity, including the Data Protection matters.
* He/she will provide legal support and advice on a wide range of commercial, operational, and governance issues, with emphasis in supporting the local Business Units and the Production Plant.
* The Head of Legal Spain will be performing legal services for the Spanish branch involving consultation, advisory, document, review and drafting contracts, analysing activities, and managing public tenders.
* The role includes providing legal counsel to the management board and other senior management.
* Partner with local and regional management and Headquarters' teams to implement legal strategy and projects.
* Representing the company in industry associations meetings. TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Give accurate legal direction to the leadership team on all matters that influence the organization.
* Lead and organize work of external lawyers
* Ensure the company's compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
* Oversee the development and implementation of compliance programs and policies.
* Identify and mitigate legal risks, providing proactive solutions to minimize exposure.
* Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements.
* Establish and maintain efficient contract management processes and systems.
* Manage and oversee all litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters.
* Work with external legal counsels, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality legal representation.
* Advise on corporate governance matters and ensure adherence to best practices.
* Ensure proper legal documentation and policies are in place.
* Stay current with changes in laws and regulations that may affect the company's operations.
* Advocate for the company's interests in legislative and regulatory matters.
* Ensure proper procedures for the identification, protection, and commercialization of intellectual property.
* Support company expansion in new markets.
* Advise on key legal areas, including Distributor Markets, Global Key Accounts, Competition (Antitrust), and Human Resources.
* Provide regulatory and strategic guidance on Clinical Research, Marketing, and Quality matters.
* Support mergers, acquisitions, and business development projects with a hands‐on approach.
* Establish and refine contract templates, related processes, and conduct legal training.
* Oversee legal operations and corporate governance for assigned EMEA South and/or UK/IRL regions.
* Work closely with business partners to mitigate risks and align legal strategies with business goals.
* Conduct legal research and manage external counsel relationships effectively. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's Degree required: lawyer qualification preferred, under Spanish legal system.
* 8-10 years of experience advising a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device company on compliance matters is required. In‐house experience is a plus. 3+ years of experience managing teams.
* Strong experience in commercial law, competition, regulatory, contract negotiation, manufacturing and public law (contracts and proceeding).
* In‐depth knowledge of Digital Law including GDPR and cybersecurity.
* Demonstrate good judgment and decision‐making ability, flexibility and commitment.
* Work independently and multitask in a fast‐paced work environment.
* Management

skills:
ability to interact with local management on eye level.
* Personal

skills:
assertive person of trust with high level of integrity, conscientiousness and accuracy, confidentiality and discretion; strong sense of service and initiative.
* Intercultural

skills:
Experience in working with people of all hierarchies and different cultural backgrounds.
* Language proficiency: fluent in Spanish and English. German is a plus. Oferta Our client offers you the opportunity to join an innovative, creative, multicultural and leading multinational group in the Life Sciences field, taking on the leadership of the Legal de