SCF HQ is looking for a Legal Counsel, based in our Boadilla del Monte office.
WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY
At Santander, we are key players in the transformation of the financial sector. Do you want to join us?
Santander Consumer Finance focuses on business development related to consumer finance products, sales channels, and commercial agreements with dealers, vehicle manufacturers, or retail distribution establishments, as well as commercial functions associated with direct sales (branches, call centers, or digital channels) and indirect sales (through third parties) of consumer finance products.
Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of gender identity, culture, and disability. Our mission is to help more people and businesses prosper.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
As legal counsel, you will provide legal support to all different areas and units of Santander Consumer Group, working collaboratively as a team. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Leading and advising on domestic and international M&A deals, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transaction documents, such as NDAs, SPAs, and shareholder agreements.
* Conducting and overseeing legal due diligence processes.
* Providing strategic legal advice on deal structuring and regulatory compliance, ensuring alignment with financial industry standards.
* Collaborating with internal stakeholders to evaluate risks and develop mitigation strategies.
* Ensuring compliance with corporate governance requirements during M&A transactions.
* Liaising with external legal counsel, regulatory authorities, and counterparties.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal business units, including finance, strategy, and operations teams.
* Staying updated on relevant financial laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
* Handling cross-border legal issues and coordinating with local counsel when necessary.
EXPERIENCE
* Several years of experience in similar tasks, working in law firms or as in-house counsel in regulated companies.
EDUCATION
* European qualified lawyer with a Degree in Law.
* Specialization in fields related to Santander Consumer Finance activity is a plus.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
* Excellent English and Spanish oral and written communication skills, with a high standard of drafting.
* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
* Detail-oriented and well-organized.
* Result-driven mindset, ensuring high-quality delivery and problem-solving ability.
* Aptitude to work collaboratively with different areas and colleagues, with minimal supervision.
* Ability to work in a dynamic environment with many urgent demands from internal and external stakeholders.
* Knowledge of other languages is a plus.
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