Senior Legal Counsel

SYSTRA Ibérica e Hispanoamérica; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a skilled legal professional to join their Global Legal Team. This role involves providing comprehensive legal support for projects across Spain and beyond, focusing on contract negotiation and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public procurement and contract law, with at least five years of relevant experience. You will engage with diverse stakeholders, ensuring legal integrity in all dealings while contributing to the organization's strategic goals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing firm.

Formación

• Admitted as a solicitor in Spain is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably including in-house roles.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal advice on contractual issues related to project procurement.
• Draft and advise on contracts and agreements for worldwide projects.
• Support contract negotiations and liaise with internal and external parties.

Conocimientos

Spanish public procurement rules

Contract negotiation

Contract drafting

Legal advice

Risk identification

Project management

Educación

Law Degree (LLM or PhD)

Descripción del empleo

With over 11,000 employees, SYSTRA is one of the world’s leading engineering and consulting groups specialized in public transport and mobility solutions. SYSTRA’s activity is growing substantially in Spain.

Through its subsidiary, Systra Ibérica, it provides specialized engineering, project management, and risk management services in infrastructure sectors such as railways, metro, roads, building, and water markets. Systra Ibérica supports its clients in designing civil works that form the infrastructural backbone of local communities. Rooted in Spain but with a strong international presence through offices in Portugal, Chile, Colombia, and Peru, Systra Ibérica leverages global experience on a local scale.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of the Global Legal Team, the successful candidate will coordinate legal functions and provide support in Spain and other countries where Systra Ibérica operates, focusing on:

• Providing legal advice and analysis on contractual issues related to project procurement.
• Drafting and advising on a wide range of contracts and agreements for worldwide projects.
• Supporting contract negotiations and acting as a key liaison for internal and external parties involved in contractual matters.
• Interacting with internal clients, operational teams, clients, partners, subcontractors, and legal advisors on a daily basis.
• Understanding active projects and tenders in preparation.
• Offering legal advice to internal stakeholders, identifying risks, and suggesting mitigation strategies.
• Engaging with management to meet organizational goals and ensure compliance through training.
• Liaising with insurance brokers, external legal counsel, and managing dispute support.
• Managing local corporate processes, ensuring compliance with SYSTRA group governance, and participating in the Systra Group legal network.

Educational Background

Admitted as a solicitor in Spain is advantageous. A Law Degree (LLM or PhD) is required.

Language Skills

Fluent in Spanish (written and spoken) and English (written and spoken). Knowledge of French and Portuguese is a plus.

Mandatory Skills and Experience

• Solid knowledge of Spanish public procurement rules, engineering, and D&B/construction contracts.
• Proven experience in negotiating and drafting contracts and transaction documents.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably including in-house roles following law firm experience.
• Experience in construction, transport, or engineering sectors is essential; experience in oil and gas, energy, or water sectors is a plus.