Associate
(4–5 years post-qualification experience)
Aviation, Contracts & Assets
At Aeroiuris, a law firm specialized in aviation law with 30 years of experience, we are strengthening our Contracts Division across Commercial Aircraft and General Aviation.
We are looking for an Associate (4–5 years post-qualification experience) to take on a high-responsibility role combining technical excellence, structuring, and progressive team supervision.
About the role
You will work on complex, high-value aviation matters across:
* Aircraft transactions (commercial & private),
* Asset structuring and financing,
* Contracting (leases, SPA, charter, MRO, etc.),
* Regulatory and tax aspects related to aviation operations.
You will join a core division handling high-volume, high-intensity transactional work.
The role sits directly under General Management and offers strong exposure to decision-making and firm strategy.
After an initial integration phase, you will progressively take on supervision responsibilities within the Contracts team.
Key responsibilities
* Drafting and negotiating aviation and asset-based contracts,
* Structuring transactions involving aircraft ownership, financing and operations,
* Advising on regulatory and tax implications in aviation matters,
* Managing files autonomously with direct client exposure,
* Contributing to internal structuring, processes and standards,
* Progressively supervising junior lawyers after onboarding,
* Acting as a relay between the team and management.
You are looking for a role where performance, ownership and progression are directly linked.
What we are looking for
Experience (non-negotiable):
* 4–5 years of real professional experience as a qualified lawyer,
* Experience must involve actual responsibility on files (not only internships or support roles).
Qualification:
* Qualified lawyer / admitted to the Bar,
* Solid academic and professional credentials,
* Exposure to English law / qualified English Lawyer is a strong advantage,
* Experience gained in environments handling cross-border or international transactions will be highly valued,
* Advanced and fully autonomous command of professional IT tools (MS Office, presentations, databases, document management systems), with a strong attention to detail and ability to produce clear, structured and high-quality deliverables — expected to operate efficiently and independently in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Technical background:
* Aviation law, asset-based finance, commercial contracts,
* Exposure to cross-border transactions and structuring,
* Understanding of regulatory and tax dimensions is a strong plus.
This role is focused on transactional and asset-based aviation work.
It is not suited to profiles primarily focused on passenger rights or mass claims litigation, without exposure to contracts, structuring or financing.
Mindset:
* Strong drafting and negotiation skills,
* Autonomous, structured and reliable,
* High work capacity and commitment,
* Ability to take ownership and deliver under pressure,
* Potential to lead and structure others,
* Genuine interest in aviation is essential.
This is a highly specialized, technical and constantly evolving sector.
Languages:
* Fluent English (C1/C2 – full professional fluency is mandatory),
* Additional languages are highly valued.
Environment & expectations
We operate in a demanding, high-level environment, advising:
* Aircraft owners,
* Operators,
* Lessors,
* Financial institutions.
Our clients are decision-makers (CEOs, directors, asset managers) who expect precision, responsiveness, commitment, and consistently high standards.
This is not a training ground — it is a performance-driven environment.
Why Aeroiuris
* Over 30 years of experience in aviation law,
* A dynamic and fast-evolving sector, at the crossroads of finance, technology and international regulation,
* Exposure to the full lifecycle of aviation assets and operations,
* Direct access to General Management and strategic decision-making,
* Real opportunity to step into an intermediate management role,
* A structure that combines high standards with agility and autonomy.
This role is particularly suited to candidates who have trained in top-tier international environments and are now looking for more responsibility, broader exposure, and a more direct role in decision-making within a specialized and growing platform.
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If you are unsure whether you meet the following criteria, this role is probably not the right fit for you:
* Your experience consists mainly of internships or support roles without real ownership.
* You are not able to work fluently in English in a professional context (drafting, negotiation, client interaction).
* You are looking for a purely execution/support role without autonomy.
* You are not comfortable in a demanding, high-responsibility environment.
* You lack exposure to contracts, transactions, or asset-based legal work.
If you meet the criteria and are ready for a demanding role with real responsibility, we would be glad to hear from you.
Terms & Contractual Conditions
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Trial Period: 6 months
* Fixed Gross Annual Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
* Variable Compensation: Available, linked to performance and contribution
* Additional benefits may apply
* Location: Madrid (on-site, with some hybrid flexibility)
Working in Madrid
Madrid offers a vibrant, international environment with a high quality of life, excellent infrastructure, and an expanding professional legal community. As one of Europe's most dynamic capitals, it combines rich cultural heritage with modern amenities, world-class transport connections, and a welcoming atmosphere for international professionals. The city's legal and aviation sectors are growing, providing long-term career opportunities in both domestic and cross-border markets. For applicants from outside of Madrid, the city also offers strong advantages for settling in and enjoying a high standard of living. Madrid is an ideal base for those seeking both professional growth and a balanced lifestyle.
Contact:
Aeroiuris Abogados
Camino de valdehiguera 41B
28055 Madrid
Spain.
https://aeroiuris.com/
Rebeca De La Rubia Ferreiro
+34 91 319 66 65