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Corporate Lawyer - International Markets

On-site in Madrid·Added yesterday (last checked 13 Nov)

AXA

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Work mode: On-site, Madrid
English: Required
Experience: 5+ years

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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

Nice to have

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), 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

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AXA aims to respond within two weeks of receiving an application.
AXA UK adds tasks or presentations for many roles, psychometric tests for some, and a background check before the start date.

About AXA

AXA is a multinational insurance and asset management group headquartered in Paris, France. It is one of the world's largest insurance companies, operating across property, casualty, life, savings, and health insurance, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The group employs over 140,000 people and serves millions of clients globally, positioning itself as a leader in insurance and risk management.

In Spain, AXA operates as AXA España, with its main offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and a significant workforce across the country. The company is known for its focus on digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, and innovation in insurance products. For international professionals, AXA Spain offers a multicultural environment, opportunities in areas like AI, cybersecurity, data science, and underwriting, and a strong commitment to employee development and flexible working arrangements.

Industry: Insurance
Founded: 1985
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

AXA Spain has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant number of roles in technology, data, and cybersecurity, making it a good fit for international tech professionals.
The company offers a multicultural work environment, with English often used as a working language in many global and technical roles.
AXA provides strong internal mobility opportunities, allowing employees to move between Spain and other global offices.
Spain is a key market for AXA, with a large local workforce and a growing focus on digital innovation and AI.
The company offers competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and professional development programs.

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