19 sep
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UNIQLO (Fast Retailing Group)
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Madrid
19 sep
UNIQLO (Fast Retailing Group)
Madrid
Senior Legal Counsel Spain U
Organising Institution / Firm
UNIQLO (Fast Retailing Group)
Rolling Basis (Official)
Madrid, Spain
Not Specified
Admitted to practice law in Spain; Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience at a law firm or in-house; Full professional proficiency in English, Spanish, and Catalan; Permanent right to work in Spain.
Law Firm Job
Contextual Overview UNIQLO, a brand of the Fast Retailing Group, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team in Madrid, Spain. This role focuses on commercial law, consumer protection, data privacy, and labor/employment matters, providing legal support to the Spanish market while coordinating with European and Japanese regional teams.
Key Eligibility Criteria Qualification: Admitted to practice law in Spain.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience (law firm or in-house).
Languages: Full professional proficiency in English, Spanish, and Catalan (Portuguese is a plus).
Work Authorization: Permanent right to work in Spain without visa sponsorship.
Preferred:
Experience in the retail sector and global, multi-cultural environments.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work Manage commercial, consumer protection, data privacy, and labor/employment legal matters.
Handle litigation, disputes, and customer claims.
Support HR with works council matters and collective bargaining agreements.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and maintain templates.
Oversee corporate governance and GDPR compliance in Spain.
Conduct internal compliance training and monitor legislative changes.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode Compensation: Not specified. Includes half-year bonus and integral profit share scheme.
Mode: Full-time, Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).
FAQs Is visa sponsorship provided? No, candidates must have the permanent right to work in Spain.
What is the reporting structure? The role reports to the Legal Director for Europe and the Spanish COO, with one direct report (Labour Law Specialist).
📌 Senior Legal Counsel Spain (Madrid)
🏢 UNIQLO (Fast Retailing Group)
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