Senior Legal Counsel

The Senior Legal Counsel will have the opportunity to tap into their curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Partnering closely with business clients in Spain and Portugal and lead multidisciplinary projects for strategic legal advice beyond a single business unit or country.Assisting on inquiries regarding commercial contracts, government contracts, product liability, interactions with healthcare professionals, healthcare regulatory, privacy, employment, dispute management, compliance, corporate secretarial and / or other specialized areas as assigned.Working independently on matters of significant complexity or importance.Leading and executing cross-functional deals and projects of significant impact and/or complexity.Formulating strategies for sophisticated business setups and dispute resolution.Identifying and quantifying legal risks, including exploring options and alternatives that provide a balance between risks and business objectives.Raising and monitoring questions and legal discussions that have applicability to our businesses and operations of the company within the assigned region.Supporting and accompanying judicial and administrative claims.Providing recommendations, consultations, and training, including organizational policies or regulatory questions.Monitoring and proactively managing legal issues occurring within the region, through direct involvement or through management of law firms.Supporting or aligning the activities of the department with the planning of the area.Managing the legal department including budget, outside counsel, legal technology.Skills and Expertise: Minimum qualifications and requirements:At least 8 years of post-qualified legal experience Bachelor's degree in law from an accredited institution. Experience gained within a reputable commercial law firm and, ideally, made the transition into the in-house legal team of a recognized entity.Good understanding of general commercial law, Competition Law, Health Care Law, Privacy, and related areas of practiceExperienced dealing with Portugal´s law Proficiency in Spanish and English is required. Portuguese welcomed.Admission to practice in Spain
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