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Lawyer

On-site in Alcobendas·Added 3 days ago (last checked 16 Oct)

Hispasat

29 open roles

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Alcobendas
English
Required
Other languages
Portuguese
Experience
4+ years
Education
University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Ability to analyze and interpret regulations and case law.
  • Working in an eminently international and global environment.
  • Initiative to be able to generate and share new knowledge.
  • Professional-level oral and written communication skills (in both Spanish and English), including the ability to write with precision and clarity, as well as to argue fluently in person.
  • Capacity for constant learning and emotional intelligence to interact with third parties in the exercise of your professional activity.
  • Orientation toward teamwork, initiative, and commitment.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Law.
  • A minimum of 4 to 6 years as an in-house lawyer in the field of civil and commercial law is essential.
  • Knowledge and experience in national and international commercial contracting.
  • International experience.
  • Very high spoken and written English, with knowledge of Portuguese being valued.

Nice to have

  • A Master's in Business Law / Corporate Legal Advisory will be valued.
  • Previous experience in a company within the telecommunications sector is desirable.

The role

At Hispasat's Legal Advisory Department, we are looking to incorporate a lawyer into the team. The main tasks you will be entrusted with are:

What you'll do

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating all types of contracts and other documents of a legal nature related to the company's activity (mainly those related to its commercial activity), strategic agreements, corporate and inorganic growth operations, joint project development agreements, confidentiality agreements, commercial mediation, collaboration agreements, etc.
  • Advising the different departments of the Group, particularly from the perspective of civil and commercial law, resolving any type of issue or query related to legal aspects that the various HISPASAT departments may raise in the development of their ordinary activities.
  • Coordinating and supervising the work provided by the external law firms that provide services to the company.

About Hispasat

Hispasat is a Spanish satellite communications operator headquartered in Madrid, providing satellite connectivity solutions across Europe, the Americas, and North Africa. The company operates a fleet of geostationary satellites and is a key player in the distribution of Spanish and Portuguese-language television content, as well as broadband and mobility services. With a strong focus on innovation, Hispasat is actively involved in the European Space Agency's IRIS2 program, a major initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation for the EU, which is driving significant engineering and technical hiring.

Hispasat's Spain presence is centered in Madrid, where most of its engineering, operations, and corporate roles are based. The company offers a professional environment that combines the stability of a well-established operator with the excitement of new space projects like IRIS2. For international professionals, Hispasat provides opportunities to work on advanced satellite systems, ground segments, and 5G networks, with a multicultural team and a commitment to innovation. The company's involvement in European space initiatives makes it an attractive employer for those looking to contribute to large-scale, cross-border projects.

Industry
Satellite Communications
Founded
1989
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • Hispasat is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and most roles are based there, offering a central location in the Spanish capital.
  • The company is a key player in the European IRIS2 program, a major EU initiative to develop a secure satellite constellation, providing opportunities to work on large-scale, international projects.
  • Hispasat operates in a bilingual environment (Spanish and English), making it accessible for international professionals, though Spanish language skills are often beneficial.
  • The company offers a range of technical roles, from engineering to operations, with a focus on satellite communications, ground segments, and 5G networks.
  • As a state-owned company since 2023, Hispasat offers a stable work environment with a strategic role in Spain's and Europe's space ambitions.

In their own words

Additional information

At Hispasat, we promote equal opportunities and an inclusive environment. All our selection processes are based on objective criteria, without distinction of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal or social conditions. We value diversity as a driver of innovation and growth.

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