Posted on:21/03/2024Job type:PermanentSector:Energy and UtilitiesA multinational company in the utilities sector is looking for a LEGAL DIRECTOR for its subsidiary in Spain, with direct reporting lines to the General Management of Spain and the Legal Department of the Group.We are looking for a professional with proven experience in the legal field within a company whose clients are public administrations (public concessions)MissionAdvising the Executive Committee of the business unit in Spain -especially the CEO-, regarding all legal matters that affect the business, assessing the risks and potential consequences of the strategic decisions taken by the Company.Promoting and developing the legal actions that are required to be taken against third parties in defense of the Company's interestsResponsibilitiesDirecting and coordinating the Company's legal strategy, guaranteeing defense of the Company's interests in any lawsuits that might arise.Monitoring the Company's court cases and lawsuits, both directly and indirectly.Analyzing, initiating and dealing with administrative procedures and/or appeals against administrative decisions.Coordinating and supervising the external professionals from law firms.Drawing up and reviewing contracts and any other binding documents for the Company.Managing with the assistance of external law firms, potential company takeovers or the purchase of assets, M&A in SpainProviding support throughout the development of the Company's strategy regarding takeovers, mergers and tenders in SpainCoordinating the procedures associated with the Company's Corporate Law, especially with respect to submitting the annual statements, as well as relations with the Registers of Companies, Notaries' Offices, etc.Analyzing the administrative documentation that constitutes the public contracting records that involve the Company and preparing the legal documentation required.Implementing and developing the strategic policies of the matrix in the legal area and keeping actions coordinated, reporting periodically.ProfileUniversity Law Degree / Masters in LawExcellent knowledge of Spanish Public Law and Corporate LawMaster in Administrative or Business Law / MBA etc. (positively rated requirements)English C LevelExperience more than 8 years, either in-house or in an international law firm. Sound knowledge of Procedural, Insurance, Corporate and Public Law.Expertise in sectors such as: Gas, Energy, Water, Infrastructure, Garbage or others with public concessions. ContactArturo Peris+34 93 415 6678Morgan Philips Executive SearchNumancia 187, 7º, 2ª08034 BarcelonaSpain
