A little bit about Flanks Flanks is shaking up the wealth management industry by making it simpler and way more efficient for financial institutions. Our SaaS platform is designed to help banks, family offices, and wealth managers get a full picture of their clients' financial assets—all in one place.Founded in 2019 and based in Barcelona, we've brought together a team of passionate wealth management and tech pros, all with a shared goal: to change how wealth management is done. Backed by €9.8 million in investment, we're growing fast, and we're not stopping anytime soon!What we stand for:People First – our team comes first. We want every Flanker to feel at home, engaged, and part of something bigger.Keep Growing – as the company grows, so should you. We're all about personal and professional development here.Think Twice, Act Once – we believe in thoughtful decisions, considering the impact on both our team and our clients before taking action.If you're looking for a place where you can grow and make an impact at a fast-paced, exciting fintech startup, this might just be the place for you!About the role As a Legal & Finance Associate, you'll be an integral part of our team, shaping and safeguarding the legal framework of our business. Your role will involve overseeing legal matters, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and supporting the executive team with reliable, strategic legal guidance.You'll apply your understanding of international law and, ideally, some basic accounting knowledge to enhance our operations, working closely with cross-functional leaders and external partners to keep the company aligned with our business goals and regulatory obligations.What you'll doHere's what you can expect to work on:Commercial Agreements: Review and negotiate contracts with international clients and partners to ensure our terms are clear and protective.Legal Compliance: Develop and monitor internal policies to maintain compliance with relevant laws, industry standards, and regulatory bodies such as the Bank of Spain (BdE).Regulatory Reporting: Support interactions with regulators like the Bank of Spain, assist with information requests, and oversee compliance-related reporting.Relationship Building: Establish trusted relationships with external parties, such as regulators, external counsel, and public authorities, to strengthen our position and build goodwill.Contract Drafting: Draft and finalize key legal documents, ensuring they are accurate, protective, and fully aligned with the company's objectives.Legal Education: Offer clear explanations and training on legal terms and policies, making sure the entire team understands our legal framework.Risk Assessment: Conduct thorough research on potential risks related to business decisions, helping us to make sound, strategic choices.If you're passionate about creating a strong legal foundation for a dynamic, fast-growing business, we'd love to hear from you!What we'd love to seeYou live in or near Barcelona and can be in the office three times a week. Living in Spain is a mandatory, non-negotiable requirement. We're unable to offer a relocation package or working visa.You are fluent in both English and Spanish.You have experience as a Legal Counsel in a business environment, and know how to navigate the complexities of corporate law with ease.Strong understanding of corporate law, business law, and familiarity with regulatory bodies, including BdE and compliance reporting requirements.Familiarity with accounting principles to support collaboration with finance on regulatory and compliance matters.You have a proven ability to create both defensive and proactive legal strategies that protect and strengthen a company.You uphold a high degree of professional ethics and integrity, always making decisions with sound judgment and a focus on the bigger picture.You're great at analyzing situations and information, making you a trusted advisor for the business.You have outstanding communication skills, capable of clearly conveying legal concepts and engaging with senior stakeholders.You hold a BSc in Law or a J.D. degree, and a MA or BSc in Business Administration will be considered a great advantage.If this sounds like you, don't worry if you don't check every single box—we'll support your growth along the way.What we offerA full-time, permanent contract.A cool office between Sants Estació and Plaça Espanya with stunning views of Barcelona.Flexible working hours and hybrid work options.Paid day off on your birthday.Weekly fresh fruit, coffee, and tea on tap.Friday happy hours after our all-hands meetings (totally optional, of course!).Team-building events to bond and have fun.Health insurance and flexible compensation with Alan.A digital canteen, thanks to Nora Real Food, subsidised at 50%.A yearly training budget to keep growing.The hiring processSend us your CV, cover letter, etc.You'll have a chat with our Head of People, Mireia Barón.A meeting with our Legal Counsel, Raquel de Francisco.A meeting with our CEO, Joaquim de la Cruz.Any extra meetings you (or we) might need to iron out any questions.We send you an offer!We aim to keep things moving fast—ideally wrapping things up in one to four weeks.If this sounds like a good fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Don't hesitate to send us your CV and/or cover letter.At Flanks, we believe in fostering diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome all applications regardless of race, religion, gender, age, or disability status.
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