ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 40 countries. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for water management, renewable energy production, and large-scale construction projects, positioning itself as a key player in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, it is one of Spain's most prominent multinational corporations and is listed on the IBEX 35 index.

Headquartered in Madrid, ACCIONA offers extensive opportunities for international professionals, particularly in engineering, project management, and sustainability. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, frequently recruiting global talent for its complex international projects managed from Spain. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability makes it a top choice for professionals looking to build a career in the green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Formed in 1997 through the merger of Entrecanales y Távora and MZOV, companies with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. It has since evolved from a traditional construction firm into a global leader in sustainability and renewable energy.

Procedural Labor Lawyer

ACCIONA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce, consisting of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We seek people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Mission

Provide specialized legal-labor advice to the organization, ensuring compliance with labor and Social Security regulations, the correct management of legal risk, and the effective defense of the company's interests, both in the field of individual and collective labor relations, including direct action in judicial and administrative venues.

Main Functions

Preparation, review, and supervision of legal-labor briefs and documentation relating to the management of individual and collective labor relations (hiring, modifications, sanctions, dismissals, reorganizations, etc.).
Defense of the company in labor proceedings before the Social Courts, High Courts of Justice, and administrative bodies, with direct action in court, including the preparation of procedural strategy in the administrative, pre-litigation, and judicial phases.
Comprehensive management of disciplinary and termination files, ensuring compliance with legal and procedural requirements, control of deadlines, and correct custody of documentation with evidentiary value.
Legal advice and support in collective bargaining processes, collective conflicts, and union relations, collaborating in the dialogue with the Legal Representation of Workers and unions.
Preparation, coordination, and legal assistance in Labor and Social Security Inspection actions, as well as representation of the company before public bodies in conciliation, mediation, and other administrative procedures.
Continuous advice and legal support to business areas and HR Business Partners, resolving operational queries on labor matters and providing preventive criteria and practical solutions oriented toward risk management.
Coordination and monitoring of judicial proceedings managed by external firms, ensuring the consistency of the legal strategy and alignment with the company's interests.

Candidate Requirements

Required Profile

Degree in Law, and/or specialization in Labor and Social Security Law or Labor Relations.
Master's in Labor Law, Labor Relations, and/or Master's of Access to the Legal Profession.
Minimum of 4-5 years of professional experience in a company and/or firm specializing in Labor Law, with proven experience in the direction and defense of proceedings before the Social Courts.
Ability to autonomously manage labor matters of an individual and collective nature, with solid legal judgment and a resolution-oriented approach.
Good communication and internal dialogue skills, with the ability to convey complex legal criteria in a clear and practical manner.
Business orientation, ability to anticipate labor risk, and a pragmatic approach to decision-making.
C1 level of English or equivalent, with the ability to operate in international professional environments.

We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and therefore work to promote an inclusive environment where respect, belonging, and commitment are encouraged so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best companies to work for in Spain.

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Somos una compañía global, líder en el desarrollo de infraestructuras regenerativas que generan un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Nuestra plantilla, formada por más de 65.000 profesionales y presente en más de 40 países de los cinco continentes, contribuye a nuestra misión de diseñar un planeta mejor. Buscamos personas que quieran marcar la diferencia, promover el desarrollo sostenible y encontrar soluciones a los mayores desafíos globales, incluidos el cambio climático, la sobrepoblación y la escasez hídrica. Únete a nosotros en la búsqueda de soluciones para lograr un futuro sostenible.

Descripción del puesto

Misión

Prestar asesoramiento jurídico‑laboral especializado a la organización, asegurando el cumplimiento de la normativa laboral y de Seguridad Social, la correcta gestión del riesgo legal y la defensa eficaz de los intereses de la compañía, tanto en el ámbito de las relaciones laborales individuales como colectivas, incluyendo la actuación directa en sede judicial y administrativa.

Funciones principales

Elaboración, revisión y supervisión de escritos y documentación jurídico‑laboral relativos a la gestión de las relaciones laborales individuales y colectivas (contratación, modificaciones, sanciones, despidos, reorganizaciones, etc.).
Defensa de la compañía en procedimientos laborales ante los Juzgados de lo Social, Tribunales Superiores de Justicia y organismos administrativos, con actuación directa en sala, incluyendo la preparación de estrategia procesal en fase administrativa, precontenciosa y judicial.
Gestión integral de expedientes disciplinarios y extintivos, velando por el cumplimiento de los requisitos legales y procedimentales, el control de plazos y la correcta custodia de la documentación con valor probatorio.
Asesoramiento y apoyo jurídico en procesos de negociación colectiva, conflictos colectivos y relaciones sindicales, colaborando en la interlocución con la Representación Legal de las Personas Trabajadoras y sindicatos.
Preparación, coordinación y asistencia jurídica en actuaciones de Inspección de Trabajo y Seguridad Social, así como representación de la empresa ante organismos públicos en actos de conciliación, mediación y otros procedimientos administrativos.
Asesoramiento continuo y soporte jurídico a las áreas de negocio y a los HR Business Partners, resolviendo consultas operativas en materia laboral y aportando criterios preventivos y soluciones prácticas orientadas a la gestión del riesgo.
Coordinación y seguimiento de procedimientos judiciales gestionados por despachos externos, asegurando la coherencia de la estrategia jurídica y la alineación con los intereses de la compañía

Requisitos del candidato

Perfil requerido

Grado en Derecho, y/o con especialización en Derecho del Trabajo y de la Seguridad Social o Relaciones Laborales.
Máster en Derecho Laboral, Relaciones Laborales y/o Máster de Acceso a la Abogacía.
Experiencia profesional mínima de 4‑5 años en empresa y/o despacho especializado en Derecho Laboral, con experiencia acreditada en la dirección y defensa de procedimientos ante los Juzgados de lo Social.
Capacidad para gestionar de forma autónoma asuntos laborales de naturaleza individual y colectiva, con criterio jurídico sólido y orientación a la resolución.
Buenas habilidades de comunicación e interlocución interna, con capacidad para trasladar criterios jurídicos complejos de forma clara y práctica.
Orientación a negocio, capacidad de anticipación del riesgo laboral y enfoque pragmático en la toma de decisiones.
Nivel de inglés C1 o equivalente, con capacidad para desenvolverse en entornos profesionales internacionales.