About idealista
idealista is the leading real estate marketplace in Southern Europe, with operations in Spain, Italy, Portugal and France. For over two decades we've been helping people find their next home, and we're now expanding our legal capabilities to support our growing footprint in the French market.
About the team
You'll join idealista's Legal team, a multidisciplinary group covering corporate, commercial, data protection, regulatory and competition matters across all group companies. The team works closely with commercial and product stakeholders across all four markets.
The role
We're looking for a Senior Legal Counsel with French qualification to be the go-to legal expert on all matters relating to idealista's French operations. You'll work from our Madrid headquarters, acting as the legal bridge between the group's central functions and the French business.
Key responsibilities
- Advise on all legal matters affecting idealista's business in France: commercial contracts, corporate matters, regulatory compliance, and dispute support
- Draft,
review and negotiate commercial agreements governed by French law (partnerships, vendor and supplier contracts, CRM and technology agreements, etc.)
- Monitor and interpret French regulatory developments (e.G., platform liability, DSA implementation, consumer protection) and translate them into practical guidance for the business
- Coordinate with external French counsel on specialist matters
- Support corporate governance and compliance matters specific to idealista's French operations
- Contribute to group-wide legal projects where they intersect with the French market
What we're looking for
- Native French speaker, with fluent English (written and spoken); Spanish is a plus
- 5-7 years of experience as in-house counsel or in a top-tier law firm, ideally with exposure to commercial, corporate and regulatory matters
- Strong understanding of French regulatory frameworks relevant to digital platforms and consumer-fac