UNIQLO

is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world.

UNIQLO

respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price.

What you will be responsible for:

Providing practical, low risk solutions to legal consultations from business, often with short deadlines

Proactively engaging with internal stakeholders and identify legal risks within business; propose and implement solutions

Handling various litigation and disputes arising within business, including customer claims (manage deadlines, devise strategies, coordinate with internal teams and external law firms)

Implementing low-cost and practical solutions for obtaining external legal support when necessary, including selecting and coordinating with law firms

Handling legal issues related to works council and collective bargaining agreements

Coordinating with Human Resources Spain and external lawyers on human resources matters, including employee relations and works council matters

Drafting various contracts and other legal documentation

Reviewing and edit third party drafts of contracts

Standardising, updating and maintaining contract templates

Negotiating contracts with vendors in coordination with business teams

Handling all aspects of corporate governance in Spain

Undertaking key role within Europe GDPR working team to strengthen data privacy practices in Spain

Coordinating with relevant departments to rectify non-compliances and implement sustainable solutions

Monitoring changes in Spanish legislation, analyse impact and propose solutions to the business

Educating employees on compliance matters including conducting training and presentations





Standardising and creating efficient work processes including drafting manuals

Updating and proposing solutions to management on crisis-related matters

Skills, Experience and Attributes:

Admitted to practice law in Spain

Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience at a law firm or in-house

Experience in transactional work, disputes and litigation in commercial, consumer protection, data privacy and labour and employment law

Experience working for a retail company preferred

Experience working in a general, multi-cultural environment preferred

Full professional proficiency in English, Spanish and Catalan

Working proficiency in Portuguese preferred

Ability to see holistically how legal position affects business and flexibly adapt position

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with short deadlines

High flexibility and autonomy in dealing with and prioritising work scope

Willingness to readily respond to changing circumstances and expectations

Ability to work under tight budget constraints and minimise spending for legal advice

Open to domestic and overseas travels when required

Permanent right to work in Spain without needing visa sponsorship

What we offer you:

Staff Discount 30%

Flexible schedule

Hybrid working, 2 days from home, 3 days in the office

Half year bonus and Global Profit Share Scheme

Seasonal Sample Sales

Commitment to Inclusion and Data Protection UNIQLO is an inclusive employer, and welcomes applications from all backgrounds regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or other characteristics.

We are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy and personal information; please refer to our privacy policy for details on our recruitment process.

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📌 Senior Legal Counsel Spain (Madrid)
🏢 UNIQLO
📍 Madrid