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Legal Counsel

Madrid Permanent View Job Description
This position is for a Legal Counsel in the Financial Services industry, based in Madrid. The purpose of the role is to ensure that the operations in the country or region are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and to help the bank manage legal and reputational risks associated with these activities.
  • Leading International Bank
  • Opportunity for professional growth and advancement.

About Our Client

Our client is a major player in the financial services sector. Their focus is on delivering top-notch financial solutions to a diverse range of customers.

Job Description

  • Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance.
  • Legal advice and support to the bank's country coverage teams on a wide range of legal issues, including regulatory compliance, risk management, project management and transaction matters.
  • Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to its operations in the country or region, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations.
  • Creation and review of legal documents such as loan agreements, security documents, and other financing documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank's operations in the country or region.
  • Developing and delivering training programs to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the bank's operations in the country or region.
  • Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls.

The Successful Applicant

  • Spanish law certified lawyer with experience in house in a top tier Spanish or international law firm or in a financial institution.
  • Experience with relevant financial services products, with a focus on debt capital markets transactions.
  • Good communication skills, ability to work as part of a team and collaboratively across business and infrastructure functions with multiple stakeholders.
  • Native Spanish speaker and proficient in English language.

What's on Offer

  • Permanent position in an established company.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development in the Financial Services industry.
  • An inclusive and supportive company culture.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Counsel looking to take their career to the next level. Apply now to join our client's professional team in Madrid.

Contact
Mercedes Arranz
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6641512

Job summary

Function
Legal
Subsector
Legal Subsector
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Madrid
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mercedes Arranz
Job reference
JN-012025-6641512
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