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Administrative Lawyer

On-site in Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Grupo Hotusa

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Madrid
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

What are we looking for?

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law.
Solid knowledge of Administrative Law.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in positions related to administrative management, procedures before the Public Administration, or project coordination.
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple files and projects.
Highly proactive, decisive profile oriented towards results.
Excellent organization, planning, and monitoring skills.
Ability for interlocution, negotiation, and relationship building with public bodies and external agents.

Nice to have

Valuable experience in the hotel, real estate, tourism, urban planning, or construction sectors.

Languages

High level of English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What do we offer?

Immediate start in a leading company in its sector.
Participation in strategic projects with a direct impact on the growth and development of the company.
Real opportunities for growth and professional development.
Discount of up to 50% at all our magnificent 4*/5* hotels.
You will be part of a leading company in the travel sector, dynamic, innovative, and committed to sustainability, in a close, inspiring, and ambitious work environment.
Continuous training to continue growing professionally with free courses through our partner The Power MBA.

The role

We are looking for an Administrative and Projects Lawyer to join our head office in Barcelona.

What you'll do

What will be your main responsibilities?

Manage and coordinate the administrative procedures linked to the daily activity of the hotels, guaranteeing regulatory compliance and the correct monitoring of files.
Act as the main interlocutor before the different Public Administrations and competent bodies, maintaining a fluid and efficient relationship for the resolution of incidents and the processing of procedures.
Supervise and coordinate files related to licenses, authorizations, sanctions, changes of ownership, transfers of licenses, and other administrative procedures.
Accompany the development of new hotel projects from an administrative point of view, coordinating the obtaining of the licenses, permits, and authorizations necessary for their launch.
Monitor urban planning, tourism, and administrative files, driving their processing and ensuring compliance with deadlines.
Coordinate the relationship with consultants, external technicians, specialized firms, and public bodies involved in each project.
Identify possible administrative or regulatory risks and propose solutions that allow projects to advance in an agile and efficient manner.
Provide internal support and advice to the various departments of the company on matters related to administrative law and procedures before the Administration.

About Grupo Hotusa

Grupo Hotusa is a Spanish hospitality group headquartered in Barcelona, operating a diverse portfolio that includes the Eurostars Hotels brand, the Hotusa Hotels collection of independent hotels, and the Restel distribution platform. With over 300 hotels across more than 20 countries, the group is one of Europe's leading hotel consortia, offering services ranging from hotel management and franchising to travel technology and B2B distribution. The company employs thousands of professionals worldwide, with a strong operational footprint in Spain.

In Spain, Grupo Hotusa maintains its corporate headquarters in Barcelona and has a significant presence in Madrid, along with hotels and offices in numerous cities such as Seville, Vigo, Zaragoza, and Santander. The work culture is rooted in Spanish hospitality traditions, with a focus on guest experience and operational excellence. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in hotel operations, sales, marketing, IT, and revenue management, with roles often requiring Spanish language skills, but also providing a pathway into the broader European hospitality market.

Industry: Hospitality
Founded: 1977
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Alicante and 4 more
Website: grupohotusa.com

Good to know if you are moving

The group operates over 250 hotels in more than 20 countries, with a strong concentration in Spain, offering opportunities across various cities.
Corporate headquarters are in Barcelona, a major European hub for tourism and hospitality, with a vibrant international community.
Roles often require Spanish language proficiency, but the group also hires international talent for sales and business development positions targeting markets like Italy.
The group provides career paths in hotel operations, corporate functions, and technology, with internships and junior programs available.
As a Spanish-founded company, it offers a deep insight into the local hospitality industry and European market dynamics.

In their own words

About the company & team

Welcome to Grupo Hotusa, The Happiness Industry

Grupo Hotusa is a group of companies in the international tourism and hotel sector. Since 1977 and with more than 6,000 employees worldwide, we drive the tourism industry through hotel management, distribution, and the provision of services and solutions to independent hotels. Currently, we have more than 300 owned hotels and more than 4,000 associated hotels.

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