Senior Counsel (Spanish speaking)

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Your new company
A global leader in logistics within the pharmaceutical sector, that has experienced phenomenal double-digit growth for the last few consecutive years. With an acquisitive history and great organic growth, the organisation has had a meaningful purpose both before and during the pandemic. The company will be operating a hybrid working set up upon returning to its Central London offices, and offers a fantastic benefits package.

Your new role
A Spanish-speaking Senior Counsel position in London, reporting to the General Counsel. This influential position will look after legal matters across LATAM, engaging stakeholders at high levels as the business continues its operations. The successful candidate will manage projects across the relevant regions, negotiating and reviewing high-value business-critical agreements, including service, distribution, framework and logistics agreements. Further, the role entails supporting the business in complex tendering processes and advising on ad hoc IP and data privacy orientated matters. The position will directly manage an experienced contracts manager and sits within a small but indispensable legal function.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified commercially orientated lawyer with 5+ PQE (as a guide only) and fluent/business fluent Spanish skills. You will have in-house experience with a large business, with regular negotiation and review of varied commercial contracts and risk advisory processes. You will need to be culturally aware of different ways of conducting business and credible with stakeholders at all levels. The position demands commercial awareness and the people skills to influence business decisions at the highest levels, alongside a collaborative team approach.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available. You will be working within a high-performing team that is respected across the business and within an organisation that has experienced fantastic success over the last few years. Your work will be of excellent quality and you will be able to use your Spanish skills in a diverse international environment. Finally, alongside a hybrid working environment, you will be rewarded with an excellent salary, bonus and benefits package, encompassing a generous private medical package and other perks.



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