Legal Counsel

Location:

(08960) Basque Country, Spain

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

Element Solutions Inc

Job ID:

130129245

Posted On: 

02 March 2024

Business Overview

Element Solutions Inc. (NYSE: ESI) is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions 

enable our customers’ manufacturing processes
 in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, consumer packaging, and offshore energy.

Customers of our businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on us to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. For example, in-car technology, from infotainment to driver assistance, is accelerating the pace of new product development and changing the competitive playing field for automotive manufacturers. With a long-standing presence in automotive markets and a deep market expertise in electronics, we sit at the intersection of this fast-growing market. 

The breadth of our offerings
 provide strong strategic value to the end markets we serve.

Job Purpose

This permanent opportunity is well suited to an established legal professional who thrives on working autonomously, often as part of interdisciplinary teams. The successful candidate should have clarity of thought to work within a complex and diverse international organization, with a matrix structure to bring about shared purpose to align with overall business objectives, being

part of an expanding and supportive global legal team.

The counsel will play a vital role in supporting key internal stakeholders throughout our organization and as a part of the global legal team will be directly involved in dialogue and negotiations with customers, suppliers, vendors, external counsels and not the least stakeholders from the Group’s various departments.

The applicants should be excited about working in a truly international and multicultural Group of companies and have experience with managing a legal role in an internal stakeholder environment.

Job Responsibilities
• Drafting and negotiation of different type of commercial agreements to be entered in the jurisdictions where the group operates, such as supply, distribution, agency, consignment, equipment lease/sale and financings, sourcing, cooperation agreements, NDAs, LOI, MOU, lease agreements,

• 
Advising on regulatory issues (e.g., anti-corruption, export sanctions, data protection, competition),

• 
Support and advise internal business units and functions as required (e.g.  Sales, OPS, Finance, Tax, HR),

•  Advising on corporate group matters (appointment of directors, financials
approval, powers of attorney, restructurings, employment, etc.)

• Handle and manage pre-litigation disputes and litigation and arbitration proceedings coordinating outside counsels,

•
Ensure the conformity of the Group to statutory requirements in all jurisdictions,

• 
Working on legal best practices, efficiency of Group’s procedures,

• 
Managing and instructing external counsels.

Requirements & Qualifications
• 
Fully qualified lawyer in Spain,

 
• Combined private and in-house practice.
Experience in medium/large-sized, structured, and international companies is a strong plus,

•  Knowledge of key legal practice areas relevant to global corporations such as commercial transactions, labor and employment, litigation, and regulatory law,

•  Excellent business soft skills,

• 
6/8yrs
PQE,

• Knowledge of the chemical automotive or electronic business is a plus.

Skills for Success

• Ability to manage complex legal matters autonomously,

• Excellent contract drafting skills with attention to details,

• Strong
organizational and relational skills to liaise with colleagues and third parties,

• 
Predisposition in working under pressure and in balancing priorities in a heavy workload environment,

• 
Effectiveness in coordinating, managing, and achieving objectives,

• 
Sharp analytical mind,

• 
A deal-maker attitude,

• 
Free thinking and creative,

•  Dynamic, eye for details, well organized, results-oriented & efficient,

• 
Availability to travel abroad when required.

Languages and IT Skills
• Fluent English is mandatory; apart from Spanish or Italian, additional European languages such as German or French are a strong plus

• Proficient computer skills/Microsoft Office Suite/SharePoint/TEAMS.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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