Legal Counsel Hoy
About the company:
At Noucor we work on providing solutions to improve people's quality of life and contribute to a more sustainable world.
We're a Spanish pharmaceutical company based in Barcelona and our business is focused on R+D, licensing, manufacturing, and the supply of pharmaceutical products.
We have an extensive knowledge and experience offering quality products and solutions in the health ecosystem.
We have an innovative focus with an industrial vocation with a fine chemical plant dedicated to the development and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients, a pharmaceutical plant manufacturing solid and semi-solid forms and a plant exclusively focused on food supplements.
With 500 employees, we are present in over 100 markets being Japan, Canada and the EU key markets.
Our culture promotes diversity, equality and inclusion and is committed to a new flexible and motivating leadership. We keep on building an organization in which people's experience is a means of engagement, attraction and development of talent, to always make people our focus and priority.
Join the Legal Team at Noucor! We’re looking for a Legal Counsel.
Are you ambitious and ready to take on a new challenge in a highly complex and responsible environment? If so, keep reading!
Participate in the negotiation of various types of contracts typical of the pharmaceutical industry, including drafting and reviewing confidentiality agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, co-development, manufacturing and supply agreements, etc.
Provide legal advice to different areas of the company, such as Business Development, Clinical Affairs, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, and others.
Carry out administrative tasks, such as attending notary appointments and filing documents in the repository.
What are we looking for?
Education: A degree in Law.
Experience: At least two years of experience in the legal department of a pharmaceutical company or a law firm advising companies in the sector.
Language skills: Professional proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is essential.
Profile: Enthusiasm for working in a multinational and innovative company. Passion for legal matters in international projects.
We Offer:
Senior Legal Counsel We are
Impress
. We believe everyone deserves a smile they’ll love.
We are the largest chain of ortho clinics with fully digital processes in Europe. We have revolutionised the invisible orthodontic sector with the best team of professionals specialised in making people smile and using the latest technology for the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of all cases.
Born in Barcelona in 2019, we’ve grown to pioneer leading care, flagship clinics and state-of-the-art tech across multiple countries and more than 120 locations and we are expanding fast! Our aim is to improve people’s health and quality of life across the globe.
We are looking for:
The adecuado candidate will have experience in consumer-facing companies within the healthcare or medical device sector, and a strong background in consumer law, regulatory compliance, litigation, and corporate law. This role combines hands‑on legal work with cross‑departmental collaboration, supporting business operations across multiple jurisdictions, first scope specially focus in Germany, and helping to ensure the company’s compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Your responsibilities include:
1. Legal Drafting & Contract Management:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including:
Informed consents and Terms & Conditions
IT and Data Processing Agreements
Real estate and lease agreements
GDPR‑related agreements
Third‑Party Agreements and partnership contracts
Maintain contract templates and ensure consistency across jurisdictions.
2. Legal Advice & Cross‑Functional Support:
Provide clear, practical legal advice to various departments (operations, marketing, medical, HR, expansion, finance).
Support internal stakeholders in day‑to‑day legal questions related to company operations, patient relations, and clinical compliance.
Coordinate with external counsel across Germany, Spain, and other countries.
3. Regulatory & Compliance:
Monitor and ensure compliance with healthcare, medical device, and consumer protection regulations.
Provide legal guidance on product classification, labelling requirements, and marketing restrictions.
Oversee advertising and promotional materials to ensure compliance with local laws and ethical standards.
Ensure adherence to data protection (GDPR) and health & safety regulations.
Conduct product and service risk assessments and support risk management initiatives.
4. Corporate Governance & Record Keeping:
Prepare and maintain corporate documentation, including board minutes and resolutions.
Support implementation of corporate governance best practices across entities.
Assist in the organisation of board meetings and ensure legal compliance in corporate actions.
5. Litigation & Proceedings:
Support and coordinate legal proceedings and claims management (consumer, civil, or regulatory).
Liaise with external law firms and manage procedural documentation.
6. Expansion & International Operations:
Support the international expansion team by advising on local legal requirements for new market entries.
Conduct legal research on new jurisdictions and draft risk reports.
Requirements:
Full professional English proficiency;
A qualified lawyer with 3+ years of experience.
Nice‑to‑have experience in a consulting firm or a fast‑growing in‑house corporation.
Nice‑to‑have knowledge of German
Self‑motivated with excellent analytical and organisational skills.
Outstanding negotiation and research skills.
What we offer:
Opportunity to grow in an innovative company and a Top International Scale Up.
Flexible work schedule, please note that we don't offer remote work policy.
Benefits with our treatments, aligners, and products.
Collaborative work environment and positive culture.
International and diverse teams.
Please note that, unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship, and to be considered for this role, candidates must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in Spain (or EU).
At Impress we cultivate a culture of inclusion and diversity. We celebrate our employees' individual strengths, views, and experiences and we encourage all candidates to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other factor. Our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better results.
(Associate) Legal Counsel PLEASE NOTE: please attach your resume in English
Position Overview:
Following a recent acquisition, this Legal Counsel role is a pivotal member of our legal team, responsible for comprehensively leading and managing all legal affairs for our Spanish operations. This includes providing dedicated support for key strategic initiatives in Spain and championing Group‑level compliance within the Spanish entity. The role will also extend to supporting new company establishment and business rollout efforts in Portugal. This position requires strong independent project‑managing abilities, robust legal research and analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities to effectively collaborate with internal teams, group headquarters, and external stakeholders including governmental departments.
Work Place:
Spain
Responsibilities:
Comprehensive Spain Legal Operations :
Draft, review, negotiate, and finalize a wide range of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents essential for the company’s business operations in Spain, including but not limited to commercial agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and potentially leases or construction agreements as relevant to the business.
Organize and manage the contract approval matrix and ensure systematic archiving of legal documents for the Spanish entity.
Provide dedicated and specialized legal support for key strategic projects and initiatives within Spain, advising on all related legal and regulatory aspects from inception to completion.
Legal Risk Management & Compliance (Spain Focus):
Conduct legal research and manage legal risks in relation to the company’s operations in Spain (both offline and online, if applicable).
Independently manage and handle comprehensive legal projects and advisory related to Spanish regulatory requirements, including but not limited to importation/exportation compliance, product labeling/marking (if applicable), advertising compliance, data protection (GDPR), employment law, and consumer protection requirements.
Develop, implement, and monitor compliance programs and policies for the Spanish entity, ensuring adherence to local laws (e.g., Spanish Companies Act, GDPR, anti‑bribery laws) and Group‑level compliance standards.
Manage corporate secretarial matters for the Spanish entity, ensuring good corporate governance.
Portugal Company Establishment & Business Rollout Support:
Act as a key legal partner supporting the Group's establishment strategies and business rollout in Portugal.
Provide legal due diligence, risk assessment, and strategic advice for market entry, new business setups, and potential M&A; activities in Portugal, coordinating with HQ and external counsel as needed.
Intellectual Property Protection:
Oversee the protection of the company’s intellectual property rights (trademarks, copyrights, patents, etc.) in Spain and support regional IP strategies.
Review and negotiate IP licensing and related contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with applicable laws and in the best interest of the company.
Stakeholder & External Counsel Management:
Liaise effectively with external legal counsel in Spain, Portugal, and other relevant jurisdictions and government agencies to ensure smooth operations and compliance with legal obligations.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (local, regional, and Group) to understand business needs and provide practical, commercially‑sound legal solutions.
Assist the headquarters (HQ) legal team with legal affairs in relation to auditor’s reviews, adjustments of shareholding structure (if applicable to Spain/Portugal), M&A; activities affecting Spain or Portugal, and other legal matters as assigned by the HQ legal team from time to time.
Knowledge Sharing & Development:
Participate in and, where appropriate, conduct legal training sessions to enhance the legal knowledge and compliance awareness of internal teams in Spain.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or above in Law (LLB, LLM, or JD preferred) from a recognized university.
Eligibility to practice law in Spain; alternatively, qualification in another civil law jurisdiction with substantial experience in Spanish law.
Minimum of 5 year of relevant legal experience, ideally with a combination of law firm and in‑house counsel experience, preferably within a multinational corporation. Experience in (mention specific industry if relevant, e.g., tech, retail, manufacturing) is a plus.
Strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to independently manage projects, interpret, and apply complex legal provisions relevant to Spain and Portugal.
Solid understanding of Spanish contract law, commercial law, corporate law, data privacy (GDPR), and relevant industry regulations.
Desired Skills:
Experience working in a transnational corporation and familiarity with navigating matrix organizations.
Excellent command of English and Spanish (both written and spoken) is a must. Proficiency in Portuguese would be an advantage.
Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned tasks, and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Creative and pragmatic thinker with the ability to provide innovative yet practical legal solutions to complex business challenges.
Positive attitude, commercially astute, and results‑oriented approach, with a strong commitment to the company's values and mission.
Proficient in legal software and technology tools, as well as Microsoft Office suite.
Senior Legal Counsel - German Speaking We are
Impress
. We believe everyone deserves a smile they’ll love.
We are the largest chain of ortho clinics with fully digital processes in Europe. We have revolutionised the invisible orthodontic sector with the best team of professionals specialised in making people smile and using the latest technology for the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of all cases.
Born in Barcelona in 2019, we’ve grown to pioneer leading care, flagship clinics and state-of-the-art tech across multiple countries and more than 120 locations and we are expanding fast! Our aim is to improve people’s health and quality of life across the.
We are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have experience in consumer‑facing companies within the healthcare or medical device sector, and a strong background in consumer law, regulatory compliance, litigation, and corporate law. This role combines hands‑on legal work with cross‑departmental collaboration, supporting business operations across multiple jurisdictions, first scope specially focus in Germany, and helping to ensure the company’s compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Your responsibilities include:
1. Legal Drafting & Contract Management:
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including:
Informed consents and Terms & Conditions
IT and Data Processing Agreements
Real estate and lease agreements
GDPR‑related agreements
Third‑Party Agreements and partnership contracts
Maintain contract templates and ensure consistency across jurisdictions.
2. Legal Advice & Cross‑Functional Support:
Provide clear, practical legal advice to various departments (operations, marketing, medical, HR, expansion, finance).
Support internal stakeholders in day‑to‑day legal questions related to company operations, patient relations, and clinical compliance.
Coordinate with external counsel across Germany, Spain, and other countries.
3. Regulatory & Compliance:
Monitor and ensure compliance with healthcare, medical device, and consumer protection regulations.
Provide legal guidance on product classification, labelling requirements, and marketing restrictions.
Oversee advertising and promotional materials to ensure compliance with local laws and ethical standards.
Ensure adherence to data protection (GDPR) and health & safety regulations.
Conduct product and service risk assessments and support risk management initiatives.
4. Corporate Governance & Record Keeping:
Prepare and maintain corporate documentation, including board minutes and resolutions.
Support implementation of corporate governance best practices across entities.
Assist in the organisation of board meetings and ensure legal compliance in corporate actions.
5. Litigation & Proceedings:
Support and coordinate legal proceedings and claims management (consumer, civil, or regulatory).
Liaise with external law firms and manage procedural documentation.
6. Expansion & International Operations:
Support the international expansion team by advising on local legal requirements for new market entries.
Conduct legal research on new jurisdictions and draft risk reports.
Requirements:
Full professional English and German proficiency;
A qualified lawyer with 3+ years of experience.
Nice‑to‑have experience in a consulting firm or a fast‑growing in‑house corporation.
Nice‑to‑have knowledge of German
Self‑motivated with excellent analytical and organisational skills.
Outstanding negotiation and research skills.
What we offer:
Opportunity to grow in an innovative company and a Top International Scale Up.
Flexible work schedule, please note that we don't offer remote work policy.
Benefits with our treatments, aligners, and products.
Collaborative work environment and positive culture.
International and diverse teams.
Please note that, unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship, and to be considered for this role, candidates must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in Spain.
At Impress we cultivate a culture of inclusion and diversity. We celebrate our employees' individual strengths, views, and experiences and we encourage all candidates to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other factor. Our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better results.
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