Job DescriptionH&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M here.We want to make it possible for everyone to look, feel and do good.As a Legal Counsel for Spain & Portugal you support, guide and protect the H&M Group in relation to leases and other legal contracts by negotiating, drafting and reviewing various agreements and setting and enforcing legal standards.You collaborate with a different number of relevant stakeholders to ensure we get the best possible deal both legally and commercially. For this we expect you to be comfortable making decisions and efficient in resolving situations with conflicting interests while also daring to speak your mind and have strong sense of integrity and rational thinking. We are looking for someone that has an eye for detail, that can prioritize goals and tasks and is a problem solver.A Day in the Life of a Legal CounselWorking at H&M means no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will include the following responsibilities:You conduct legal enquiries and due diligence and identify and analyze any risks and consequences associated hereto.You constantly improve our contracts so that we are safeguarded in the best possible way.You set and implement routines and the way of working for execution of contracts and ensure the execution done in the correct way.You collaborate closely with lease managers, construction, facility and other relevant stakeholders.QualificationsWho You Are:You have a Law degree3 years of experience as in-house Legal Counsel (preferably in Retail) or experience in a law firmExperience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, providing legal guidance on contractual matters and support commercial negotiations to protect H&M's interests.Can understand, read, speak and write English and Spanish at an advanced level. Growth mindset – open minded and with a desire to constantly learn and improve.Brave to take risks and challenge the status quo Additional InformationWe are looking to have a mix of people that work in a way that?optimizes our decision making, team performance and ultimately helps us reflect, respect, and relate to our employees?and customers.If you feel that your experience, skills, and ambitions are a match, please send us your application including your CV. Include a Cover Letter in English as well – it is not mandatory, but we would love to know more about you!Submit your application no later than the 19th of March.This is a full-time position based in Barcelona.We are looking forward to hearing from you!H&M is committed to creating a Diverse & Inclusive environment and we are actively looking for qualified candidates irrespective of race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, or age.
