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Master's degree in Law; qualified lawyer with strong expertise in commercial law; 5+ years of relevant experience gained in-house and/or in a law firm; experience in a B2B environment serving customers in construction, energy, industry, infrastructure, manufacturing, technical services or large projects; experience in reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements and project contracts; fluency in English (mandatory); knowledge of GDPR, competition law and compliance fundamentals; familiarity with large customer projects, framework agreements and strategic partnerships; knowledge of trade compliance, export controls or construction-related legal matters is an advantage.

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Full Opportunity Brief Why This Senior Legal Counsel Role at Hilti Demands Your Attention In the rapidly evolving world of construction and infrastructure, legal counsel has moved from a back-office function to a strategic business partner. The

Senior Legal Counsel position at Hilti España

is not just another in-house legal role—it is an invitation to operate at the intersection of law, innovation, and global business. Hilti, a general leader in construction technology with over 34,000 team members across 120 countries, is seeking a pragmatic and business-oriented lawyer to support its operations across Spain and Portugal. This role is designed for legal professionals who thrive in dynamic B2B environments and are ready to handle everything from routine commercial contracts to complex, high-stakes infrastructure projects.

"Acting as a trusted business partner,



you will work at the heart of Hilti's business, supporting both routine operations and complex strategic projects." — Hilti España

If you are considering a career move into international in-house legal work, this opportunity deserves a place at the top of your list. Below, we break down the role, the ideal candidate profile, and how you can position yourself to win this position.

Inside the Day-to-Day: More Than Just Contract Review The job description paints a vivid picture of what a Senior Legal Counsel at Hilti actually does. It is not a role for someone who prefers the quiet predictability of a law firm library. Instead, you will be embedded in the commercial heartbeat of the organization. Your primary mission is to enable business while protecting Hilti from legal and compliance risks.

Commercial Contracts and Legal Support

is the foundation. You will draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of B2B agreements—customer contracts, supplier agreements, and service contracts. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining terms and conditions, templates, and legal playbooks. This requires a deep understanding of commercial law and the ability to draft clauses that are both legally sound and commercially practical.

Tenders & Strategic Projects:

You will support public and private tenders, RFQs, and RFPs. This means reviewing tender documentation,



negotiating customer terms, and advising on framework agreements. The role specifically mentions projects in the energy, industrial, infrastructure, and data center sectors—so experience with large-scale capital projects is highly valuable.

Disputes & Risk Management:

When disputes arise, you will manage pre-litigation matters and coordinate external counsel. You will also play a proactive role in identifying and mitigating legal risks before they escalatio

Compliance & Ethics:

Hilti expects its legal team to champion compliance. You will support activities related to GDPR, competition law, business ethics, anti-harassment, trade compliance, and export controls. This is not just about knowing the rules; it is about creating a culture of compliance across the organization.

Training & Stakeholder Management:

The role requires you to deliver legal training to commercial and operational teams, helping them understand legal boundaries and make sound decisions. You will also build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor to business leaders.

In short, this is a role for a lawyer who is comfortable wearing multiple hats: contract negotiator, risk manager, compliance officer, and educator.

The Ideal Candidate: A Profile of Success Hilti is not looking for a fresh graduate. The role demands a

qualified lawyer with a Master's degree in Law

and at least 5 years of experience in-house or in a law firm. But the experience itself is not enough—it must be the right kind of experience. The job description emphasizes exposure to B2B environments serving customers in construction, energy, industry, infrastructure, manufact

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