Junior Lawyer

Linkedin; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional development

Competitive salary and benefits

Exposure to diverse and challenging ​-

Collaborative and supportive team

Career progression opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Sonae Sierra is seeking a Spanish corporate lawyer to manage day-to-day matters for its Spanish group entities and to support SOCIMI compliance. The role involves drafting and negotiating service agreements, reviewing contracts for shopping centres, and maintaining corporate records.

The candidate should have 2+ years in law firms or in-house, with strong English skills and a keen eye for detail. This full-time position offers a collaborative, international environment and opportunities for

Formación

• 2+ years of professional experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department with some M&A and real estate exposure.
• Law degree and Master’s Degree for Access to the Legal Profession or equivalent qualification.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced level of English.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the day-to-day corporate legal matters of the Group’s Spanish companies, including annual accounts, powers of attorney, appointment/removal of directors, and amendments to the articles of association.
• Provide ongoing corporate and legal support related to SOCIMIs and coordination of corporate formalities.
• Draft and review service agreements, construction and works contracts and other agreements for shopping centres operations.
• Manage KYC and AML processes for the relevant companies, including document collection/review.
• Provide legal support for Communities of Owners of shopping centres and related meetings/documentation.
• Coordinate notarial and Commercial Registry filings and other required filings.
• Maintain and organize corporate records and filings with the Commercial Registry.
• Participate in corporate projects and own assigned legal workstreams.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Independence & teamwork

Educación

Law degree and Master’s in Legal Practice

Descripción del empleo

Sonae Sierra is a fully integrated real estate company delivering end-to-end solutions across development, management, and investment. With over 35 years of experience, we manage more than €6.8 billion in assets across a diverse range of asset classes and have built a solid track record with leading investors and financial institutions. Our international presence spans 36 countries in Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia, supported by a team of around 900 people. Guided by strong ethical principles and a deep commitment to sustainability, we are focused on long-term value creation, operational excellence, and growth. At Sonae Sierra, you will thrive in an open-minded, multicultural community that values diverse perspectives and expertise. Here, you are empowered to own your journey, tap into a rich ecosystem of learning, and build a meaningful career shaping the future of real estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day corporate legal matters of the Group’s Spanish companies, including annual accounts, powers of attorney, appointment and removal of directors and amendments to the articles of association.
• Provide ongoing corporate and legal support in relation to the Group’s SOCIMIs, including compliance with their specific corporate and legal requirements and coordination of the relevant corporate formalities.
• Draft and review service agreements, construction and works contracts and other agreements arising from the day-to-day operation of the shopping centres.
• Manage KYC and anti-money laundering (AML) processes for the relevant companies, including the collection and review of documentation from counterparties.
• Provide legal support in connection with the Communities of Owners of the shopping centres, including matters relating to owners’ meetings and associated documentation.
• Coordinate corporate and other legal formalities, including notarial and Commercial Registry matters and other required filings.
• Maintain and organize the corporate records and legal documentation of the Spanish companies, including keeping corporate books and records up to date, coordinating their legalization where required, and ensuring that corporate information and filings with the Commercial Registry are properly maintained and updated.
• Participate in specific corporate projects and transactions, taking responsibility for assigned legal workstreams and matters as appropriate.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience in a law firm and/or an in-house legal department, with some experience in M&A and real estate matters.
• Law degree and Master’s Degree for Access to the Legal Profession, Master’s in Legal Practice or equivalent qualification.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced level of English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and drafting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  What We Offer

  • Opportunity to develop professionally through hands‑on involvement in a broad range of legal matters and projects.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Exposure to diverse and challenging legal matters.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • xsgfvud Opportunities for career progression.