EY (Ernst & Young) is a global leader in assurance, tax, consulting, and strategy and transactions services. As one of the "Big Four" professional services firms, it operates a vast network of member firms across more than 150 countries, employing nearly 400,000 professionals worldwide to help clients navigate complex regulatory and business challenges.

In Spain, EY maintains a significant footprint with a major headquarters in Madrid and a strong presence in Barcelona and other regional hubs. The firm is a major recruiter of international talent, offering diverse opportunities in digital transformation, financial services, and sustainability, often within multicultural teams where English is a primary working language.

EY was formed in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co. Its roots date back to the 19th century with founders Arthur Young and Alwin C. Ernst, who established their respective firms in the US and UK.

For international professionals

EY Spain frequently hires international profiles for its Global Delivery Services and specialized consulting arms.
The company provides a structured career development framework and extensive internal training programs.
Many roles in technology and consulting hubs allow for hybrid work arrangements.
The firm has a dedicated International Mobility program to facilitate internal transfers and relocations.
Offices are located in major Spanish business hubs, offering flexibility in geographic placement.

Senior IP/IT Lawyer - Digital Law (Madrid)

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

Job Description

At EY, we shape the future with confidence.
Here you will find more than a job: an opportunity to grow, learn, and leave a mark.

Join our 7,000 professionals in Spain across 15 offices and a global network of 400,000 people working every day to transform businesses and societies.

#ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence | #EYCareers | #BuildingABetterWorkingWorld

The Opportunity

At EY, we are a leading global firm in audit, consulting, strategy and transactions, and legal and tax services.
We are driven by innovation, technology, and the purpose of generating a lasting positive impact.

Your Main Responsibilities

Participation in projects and advisory services on matters such as personal data protection, cybersecurity, protection of intangibles and innovation, technology contracting, online platforms, as well as regulatory compliance projects related to next-generation regulations and disruptive technologies (artificial intelligence, internet of things, etc.).

Requirements

Ability to work in a team, understanding and learning capacity, proactivity and initiative, customer orientation.

Motivation and capacity for constant growth and development in a competitive environment.

Essential Requirements

Law Degree.
Specialization Master's in Digital Law.
Certification as a Data Protection Officer according to the AEPD scheme or other certifications related to data protection and information security (CIPP/E, CIPPM, CDPSE, ISO27001, etc.) is valued.
Advanced use of ms-office suite.
High level of English: oral and written.

What do we offer you?

- Continuous learning: You will develop the mindset and skills to face new challenges.

- You define success: we will provide the tools and flexibility so you can reach the proposed goals.

- Transformational leadership: We will give you the confidence and training to grow and become a great leader.

- Inclusive culture and diversity: Every person is unique and has something to contribute; we will give you a voice for it; every idea counts.

Well-being and personal benefits

Wellbeing HUB: includes policies and actions for physical (Wellhub) and mental health.
Life and Accident Insurance.
Bankinter Office with special conditions.
EY Flex Flexible Compensation Plan (transport, training, restaurant card, childcare...).

Flexibility and work-life balance

Hybrid work and flexibility depending on the project.

Professional Development

Continuous training through EY University, with an individualized training itinerary.
Career plan to boost annual growth within the firm.
Personalized support: you will have the support of a Buddy and a Counselor throughout your trajectory.

Culture and work environment

Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Opportunity to collaborate with global and multidisciplinary teams.
Expansion of your professional network in a diverse and enriching context.

Social Commitment

Social impact actions through the EY Foundation.

#LI-HYBRID

View original advert (Spanish)

En EY, damos forma al futuro con confianza.
Aquí encontrarás más que un trabajo: una oportunidad para crecer, aprender y dejar huella.

Únete a nuestros 7.000 profesionales en España y 15 oficinas y a una red global de 400.000 personas que trabajan cada día para transformar negocios y sociedades.

#ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence | #EYCareers | #BuildingABetterWorkingWorld

La oportunidad

En EY, somos una firma global líder en auditoría, consultoría, estrategia y transacciones y servicios legales y fiscales.
Nos impulsa la innovación, la tecnología y el propósito de generar un impacto positivo duradero.

Tus principales funciones

Participación en proyectos y servicios de asesoramiento en materias como protección de datos personales, ciberseguridad, protección de intangibles e innovación, contratación tecnológica, plataformas online, así como en proyectos de cumplimiento normativo relacionados con normativas de nueva generación y con tecnologías disruptivas (inteligencia artificial, internet de las cosas, etc.).

Requisitos

Capacidad de trabajo en equipo, entendimiento y aprendizaje, proactividad e iniciativa, orientación al cliente.

Motivación y capacidad de crecimiento y desarrollo constante, en un entorno competitivo.

Requisitos imprescindibles

Licenciatura/Grado en Derecho.
Máster de especialización en Derecho Digital.
Valorable certificación de Delegado de Protección de Datos según esquema AEPD u otras certificaciones relativas a protección de datos y seguridad de la información (CIPP/E, CIPPM, CDPSE, ISO27001, etc.).
Uso avanzado de paquete ms-office.
Nivel de inglés alto: oral y escrito.

¿Qué te ofrecemos?

- Aprendizaje continuo: Desarrollarás la mentalidad y las habilidades para enfrentarte a nuevos retos.

- Tu defines el éxito: te proporcionaremos herramientas y flexibilidad para que puedas llegar a las metas propuestas.

- Liderazgo transformacional: Te daremos la confianza y formación para que puedas crecer y llegar a ser un buen líder.

- Cultura inclusiva y diversidad: Cada persona es única y tiene algo que aportar, te daremos voz para ello; toda idea cuenta.

Bienestar y beneficios personales

Wellbeing HUB: incluye políticas y acciones para la salud física (Wellhub) y mental.
Seguro de Vida y Accidentes.
Oficina Bankinter con condiciones especiales.
Plan de Compensación Flexible EY Flex (transporte, formación, tarjeta restaurante, guardería...).

Flexibilidad y conciliación

Trabajo híbrido y flexibilidad según proyecto.

Desarollo profesional

Formación continua a través de EY University, con un itinerario formativo individualizado.
Plan de carrera para potenciar el crecimiento anual dentro de la firma.
Acompañamiento personalizado: contarás con el apoyo de un Buddy y un Counselor durante toda tu trayectoria.

Cultura y entorno de trabajo