Fully qualified lawyer authorized to practice law in Spain with a Master of Law degree or higher.
Ten (10) or more years of relevant post-qualification experience, ideally in an in-house environment, preferably in Construction, Oil & Energy, or Renewables & Environment sectors.
Native Spanish speaker.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Reporting Line
The role is part of the Global Legal Department (GLD) and reports directly to the Regional Legal Team (Iberia & Italy, Middle East & Anglophone Africa Region).
Job Responsibilities
1. Oversight & Delivery
2. Deliver all legal services for the zone, including oversight and delivery of legal services in domestic and international bids, with a focus on commercial contract review, collaborating closely with the Legal Team in the respective country/region.
3. Provide high-quality, timely legal advice on areas such as leased & property matters, general commercial transactions, and product & quality issues.
4. Operate as a key member of the GLD and a strategic business partner to deliver legal services and support.
5. Negotiate contracts and deals on behalf of the company.
6. Oversee claims and litigation, providing reports as needed.
7. Support transversal activities within the zone and assist other regional legal team members as requested.
8. Guide managers to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
Key Accountabilities
1. Support local commercial and procurement functions with contractual matters, including developing policies, drafting, negotiating, and reviewing various contracts such as NDAs, supply, purchase, licensing, distribution, and other commercial agreements.
2. Monitor and improve contract compliance, provide redlined recommendations, and collaborate with finance, tax, treasury, and insurance teams on contract negotiations and requirements.
3. Maintain contractual records and manage disputes and litigation processes.
4. Participate in legal training activities.
Skills
* Deep understanding of in-house legal operations and a passion for Schneider Electric's business areas.
* Ability to analyze critical business issues and apply legal expertise to deliver solutions, facilitating acceptable trade-offs.
* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly.
* Experience working with international and multidisciplinary teams.
Join Us
At Schneider Electric, our values—Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork—are at the core of our culture. We aim to create an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels valued.
We are committed to ethics, safety, sustainability, and trust, as outlined in our Trust Charter, and to providing equal opportunities for all employees regardless of background or characteristics.
If you wish to be part of our team and make an impact, apply today! This position will be posted until filled. You must submit an online application to be considered.
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