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Corporate Lawyer - International Markets

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 12 Nov)

AXA Spain

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On-site, Madrid
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
English
Required
Experience
5+ years

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Background and Experience:

  • Qualified lawyer with 5-7+ years of experience in an international law firm or large financial institution
  • Experience in Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Experience in Mergers & Acquisitions in an international context
  • Spanish qualified Corporate/Commercial lawyer of approx. 5-7 years of experience, registered as practicing with a Bar Association (although British and French qualified lawyers may also be considered)
  • Having experience in a insurance/financial institution will be a plus but is not essential
  • Knowledge of M&A
  • Time management skills and ability to meet challenging deadlines
  • Excellent skills in drafting and reporting
  • Fluent in English with any additional language being a plus, especially Spanish and French

Relational Skills:

  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Discrete and reliable. It´s a must to maintain strict confidentiality regarding a wide spread of issues
  • Results orientation - resilient, persistent and highly target oriented
  • Capacity to work transversally with different areas and profiles, being able to facilitate and coordinate whenever is needed
  • Capacity to work with various stakeholders in different jurisdictions and technical areas (finance, operations, risk management, compliance, etc.)
  • Ability to travel with short notice

The role

The Operating Unit IMa “International Markets”

AXA International Markets (IMa) brings together AXA markets in more than 15 countries in LATAM (Mexico, Colombia, Brazil), Russia, Turkey, Lebanon, Africa (Morocco and Sub-Saharan countries, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria), Southeast Asia (Thailand, Indonesia and Philippines) and Korea with the determined and exciting ambition to create strong sustainable and profitable growth.

Driven by our culture, AXA International Markets strengthens, energizes, and develops innovative solutions and capabilities tailored to the diverse needs of our customers, whilst protecting our reputation, our brand, and our balance sheet.

To support this emerging-market oriented business model, AXA IMa offers a multicultural and diverse environment (languages, countries, nationalities) and multiple international career development opportunities.

Reporting to the AXA International Markets General Counsel the successful candidate will join the dynamic legal team for AXA International Markets. The role involves providing strategic legal advice and support across various business units and jurisdictions spread over four continents. Whilst the focus of the work will be on corporate law, including M&A and corporate governance, the candidate will need to provide legal support in several other areas and will need to be ready to assist on a wide variety of topics as business and legal needs demand from time to time

What you'll do

  • Provide comprehensive legal advice and support, with a strong emphasis on corporate matters such as transactions including M&A, partnerships and joint ventures and corporate governance
  • Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management and finance teams, on various legal issues at shareholder and entity level
  • Provide legal advice and co-ordinate relevant legal files to countries under AXA International Markets scope
  • Assist in the management of disputes and litigation
  • Reporting to AXA Group legal department when necessary, in particular on material
    o litigations and corporate governance
  • Offer general legal support across other areas as required, demonstrating adaptability and a willingness to engage in diverse legal and business matters as they arise
  • Support training and development initiatives for staff on legal matters

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews8–12 weeks in all
  1. Apply online

  2. Talk with recruiter

    With a recruiter

    A first chat with your recruiter.

  3. Interview

    With hiring manager and key stakeholders

    An interview with the hiring manager and other key stakeholders you will work with. Candidates typically meet two to four people for up to an hour each, depending on the role.

  • AXA aims to reply within 2 weeks of receiving an application; this may be a system-generated email.
  • Case studies, online tests or language tests can be required for some positions.
  • The stated 8-12 weeks run from application to start date, not to offer.

About AXA Spain

AXA is a multinational insurance group headquartered in Paris, France, operating in the fields of property, casualty, life, savings, and health insurance. With over 90 million customers worldwide and a strong presence in Europe, AXA is one of the largest insurance brands globally. In Spain, AXA operates as AXA Spain, offering a wide range of insurance products and services, and is a significant player in the Spanish insurance market.

AXA Spain has its main offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with a strong focus on digital transformation, data, and AI. The company is actively hiring for roles in technology, data science, cybersecurity, and business management, making it an attractive employer for international professionals. AXA offers a multicultural work environment, opportunities for career growth, and a commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Industry
Insurance
Founded
1985
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • AXA Spain offers roles in English and Spanish, with many technical positions open to international candidates.
  • The company has a strong focus on digital transformation, with many roles in AI, data, and cybersecurity.
  • AXA provides global mobility opportunities, allowing employees to work across different countries.
  • Spain offices are located in Madrid and Barcelona, both major hubs for international professionals.
  • AXA is committed to diversity and inclusion, with programs supporting international hires.
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