Jealsa is a prominent Spanish multinational corporation specializing in the processing and commercialization of canned seafood. Founded in 1958, the company has grown into one of the world's leading tuna producers, operating across multiple continents with a strong commitment to sustainability through its We Sea program. It manages a diverse portfolio of brands and provides private label products for major retailers, maintaining a significant industrial footprint in the global food and beverage sector.

Headquartered in the Barbanza region of Galicia, Jealsa is a major employer in Northwest Spain. For international professionals, the company offers opportunities in specialized technical, legal, and financial roles within a global supply chain context. While the primary working language is Spanish, its international reach and complex industrial operations make it a relevant destination for those looking to build a career in the global food industry while living in the coastal region of Galicia.

Founded in 1958 by Jesús Alonso Fernández in Boiro, Galicia. It started as a small cannery and evolved into a global leader in the seafood industry through innovation and international expansion.

For international professionals

Headquartered in Boiro and Rianxo, offering a high quality of life in the scenic coastal region of Galicia.
Operates globally with a presence in countries like Italy, Portugal, Chile, and Guatemala, providing an international business environment.
Recognized for its We Sea sustainability program, focusing on circular economy and responsible fishing practices.
One of the largest employers in the A Coruña province, offering stability within a long-standing family-owned multinational.

Corporate Commercial Lawyer

Jealsa

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

Job Description

What will your functions be?

Comprehensive legal advice and support to the company.
Coordination with different external consultants (national and international).
Drafting and reviewing contractual templates for clients and suppliers.
Interpret the regulations applicable to the organization, monitor regulatory changes, and ensure compliance.
Identify potential legal risks in projects, decisions, or contracts and propose measures to mitigate them.
Adapt contractual templates to internal compliance policies and other regulations (data protection, confidentiality, etc.)
Represent the company before the Administration and official bodies

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Law. Specialization in commercial law is valued.
More than 5 years of experience in legal consultancy for companies, preferably acquired in large companies or law firms.
Excellent communication skills, problem-solving ability, critical thinking.
Advanced level of MS office
High level of English. High level of Portuguese is highly valued

On offer:

Stable project in a multinational environment
Continuous training according to needs
Possibility of professional development within the company
Excellent work environment
Discount club and much more!!

If you are excited to be part of a leading company in a team passionate about what they do, we are waiting for you!

View original advert (Spanish)

¿Cuáles serán tus funciones?

Asesoramiento y soporte legal integral a la compañía.
Coordinación con diferentes asesorías externas (nacionales e internacionales).
Elaboración y revisión de modelos contractuales para clientes y proveedores.
Interpretar la normativa aplicable a la organización, monitorizar los cambios regulatorios y asegurar su cumplimiento.
Identificar riesgos legales potenciales en proyectos, decisiones o contratos y proponer medidas para mitigarlos.
Adaptar los modelos contractuales a las políticas internas de compliance y resto de normativas (protección de datos, confidencialidad, etc)
Representar a la empresa ante la Administración y organismos oficiales

Requisitos:

Licenciatura/Grado en Derecho. Valorable especialización en derecho mercantil.
Experiencia de más de 5 años en asesoría legal a empresas preferiblemente adquirida en grandes compañías o despachos de abogados.
Excelentes habilidades de comunicación, capacidad para la resolución de problemas, pensamiento crítico.
Nivel avanzado de MS office
Nivel alto de inglés. Muy valorable nivel alto de portugués

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