Head of General Counsel

europcar; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Europcar Mobility Group in Madrid is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to shape Iberian legal strategy and partner with senior management across Finance, Operations, Fleet and HR.

You will lead compliance, data protection, litigation, commercial contracts, and corporate governance initiatives, directing a small Iberian team and coordinating with external counsel to protect the company’s interests in Spain and Portugal.

Responsabilidades

• Legal Strategy & Business Partnership: Act as trusted adviser to Iberian senior management and departments; align Iberian legal strategy with Group directives and local Spain/Portugal environment.
• Compliance, Data Protection & Consumer Law: Design and maintain GDPR/LOPD compliance; coordinate with AEPD/CNPD; manage data subject rights, DPAs, and sector regulations in Iberia.
• Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Manage civil, criminal, administrative, and regulatory proceedings; oversee litigation strategy and relationships with external law firms.
• Commercial Contracts & Public Procurement: Advise on fleet acquisition/financing contracts, concessions with airports and rail operators, and tender processes; review terms and conditions.
• Corporate Governance & Secretariat: Manage corporate housekeeping for Iberian entities; board minutes, resolutions, and registry filings; liaise with notaries and public registries.
• Team Leadership & External Counsel Management: Lead one Iberia Legal Specialist; select and manage external law firms for specialist matters.

Descripción del empleo

Europcar Mobility Group

At Europcar Mobility Group , our purpose is to help to change the way you move. We are guided by our core values: We are happy to help , We embrace change , We take responsibility , We act with respect and We move as one . Our culture is built on valuing the contribution and diversity of our team where every individual is treated with dignity and respect. Acting with respect is at the heart of everything we do, and we are fully committed to creating a workplace where differences are celebrated and everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Main Responsibilities

1. Legal Strategy & Business Partnership Act as the primary trusted legal adviser to Iberian senior management and all operational departments including Finance, Operations, Fleet, Customer Service, HR, and Commercial. Provide proactive, risk-calibrated legal guidance that supports business objectives while protecting the Company's interests. Anticipate legal risks arising from business operations, market developments, and regulatory changes; recommend and implement preventive legal frameworks. Support senior management in strategic decisions including business development, partnerships, and corporate restructuring. Align Iberian legal strategy with Group-level directives while adapting to the specific legal environment of Spain and Portugal.
2. Compliance, Data Protection & Consumer Law Design, implement, and maintain a robust compliance programme for the Iberian perimeter, aligned with Group Compliance standards and applicable Spanish and Portuguese legislation. Manage all matters relating to GDPR / RGPD and the LOPDGDD, acting as Local DPO or coordinating with the Group DPO; handle data subject rights requests, supervisory authority interactions (AEPD / CNPD), data processing agreements, and GDPR-related internal procedures. Manage consumer protection compliance across both brands, including coordination with consumer associations, OMIC, and relevant regulatory bodies in Spain and Portugal. Ensure compliance with sector-specific regulations governing vehicle rental, including concession terms at airports and railway stations, ITV obligations, insurance requirements, and fleet-related regulatory frameworks. Oversee the Ethics and Compliance function locally, including management of the Canal Ético (whistleblowing channel) in accordance with Group policy and Ley 2/2023. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in Spain and Portugal relevant to the Group's activities; assess impact and advise accordingly.
3. Litigation & Dispute Resolution Manage all civil, criminal, administrative, and regulatory proceedings involving Europcar and Goldcar entities in the Iberian perimeter, including coordination with external law firms. Supervise the preparation of legal submissions and pleadings; maintain oversight of litigation strategy, timelines, and exposure assessments. Manage pre-litigation disputes, including consumer complaints, insurance claims, and counterparty demands, in coordination with relevant operational areas. Maintain an up-to-date litigation register; provide regular reporting on exposure, provisions, and case status to the CFO and Group General Counsel.
4. Commercial Contracts & Public Procurement Provide legal advice on all material contracts including fleet acquisition and financing agreements, concession contracts with airport operators (AENA, ANA, private operators) and railway station operators (Adif, IP), commercial agreements with travel agencies, brokers and corporates, supplier and technology contracts, and insurance policies. Lead or support legal aspects of tender processes and public procurement, including preparation, review, and submission of bids for airport and railway station concessions in Spain and Portugal, for both Europcar and Goldcar brands. Review and advise on the Company's standard terms and conditions (B2C and B2B), ensuring alignment with consumer protection legislation and sector-specific regulations. Advise on negotiations with counterparties; coordinate contract management with internal stakeholders to ensure legal review and sign-off on significant commitments.
5. Corporate Governance & Secretariat Manage corporate housekeeping for Iberian legal entities, including board minutes, shareholder resolutions, powers of attorney, notarial acts, and registry filings in Spain and Portugal. Act as or support the Company Secretary function for relevant Iberian entities. Ensure proper maintenance of corporate records and statutory registers; liaise with notaries, the Registro Mercantil, and public registries as required.
6. Team Leadership & External Counsel Management Lead, develop, and support one Legal Specialist Iberia, ensuring effective coverage of day-to-day legal needs and appropriate prioritisation of workload. Select, instruct, and manage external law firms for specialist matters (litigation, employment, regulatory, real estate, etc.), e