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Senior Legal Counsel

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 18 days ago

Wolters Kluwer

20 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Wolters Kluwer doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 7+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

  • University degree

    “Bachelor's degree + LLB or the equivalent (law degree) required; must be admitted to practice law in the jurisdiction in which the candidate resides.” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

The Senior Legal Counsel role offers growth potential opportunities, professional development, an engaging team environment, and amazing benefits. The Senior Legal Counsel role will report into the Vice President & Assistant General Counsel Health Division, based in the United States.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree + LLB or the equivalent (law degree) required; must be admitted to practice law in the jurisdiction in which the candidate resides.

  • Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible corporate/commercial legal experience, preferably including experience with both a top-tier law firm and an established in-house legal department. This experience should include, among other things, hands-on legal work on a variety of healthcare transactional and regulatory (including pharmaceutical) matters.

  • Strong background in, and understanding of, innovative HIT and digital health concepts, software licensing and SaaS subscription arrangements and a general understanding of, and interest in, RAG, LLMs, and AI technologies.

  • Strong understanding of healthcare laws and regulations in the U.S. and EU that impact Wolters Kluwer Health's operations and product development strategy.

The role

Wolters Kluwer is a global leader in professional information services that combines deep domain knowledge with specialized technology. Our portfolio offers software tools coupled with content and services that customers need to make decisions with confidence. Every day, our customers make critical decisions to help save lives, improve the way we do business, and build better judicial and regulatory systems. We help them get it right.

What you'll do

  • Structure, draft and negotiate (i) customer agreements (including preparation of Software as a Service ("SaaS"), enterprise licensing, subscription and/or implementation or services agreements covering offerings or services from a single or multiple businesses within Wolters Kluwer Health (WKH)) with private and public organizations, (ii) business development, co-development/co-marketing, innovation lab and other strategic alliance arrangements, (iii) reseller and distribution arrangements, (v) content licensing agreements for use in retrieval augmented generation ("RAG") models, large language model ("LLM") model training, and/or other emerging artificial intelligence ("AI") technologies, and (v) business associate agreements and/or data processing agreements.

  • Work closely with International Segment leadership on contractual and regulatory exposures and risks related to (i) development of new customer offerings or services and related customer agreement terms, (ii) existing enterprise and individual sales activities, and (iii) promotional and marketing activities.

  • Counsel business on (i) key healthcare information technology ("HIT") and intellectual property legal concepts, including those relating to SaaS subscriptions, software licensing, and e-commerce transactions, (ii) GDPR and other international privacy compliance, and (iii) health care laws and regulations applicable to healthcare providers, payers, pharmacies, the pharmaceutical industry and HIT suppliers, including but not limited to medical device regulations applicable to clinical/pharmacy decision support.

  • Effectively and efficiently manage outside counsel supporting Wolters Kluwer Health's legal needs (transactional, litigation or compliance) and collaborate with other attorneys within the Global Legal & Compliance Department globally (e.g., IP, litigation, regulatory, HR/employment, M&A).

  • Develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of Wolters Kluwer Health - its people, matrix organization, markets, product offerings and services, customers, competitors, and regulatory environment - in order to identify trends, stay abreast of material developments, and provide timely legal advice to the business.

  • Develop strong rapport and working relationships with senior executives, segment leadership and functional teams within WKH to help drive effective, high-quality legal services.

Who We Are

What You'll be Doing

The Senior Legal Counsel will be located in Madrid, Spain, and will provide legal advice and guidance on a wide variety of European commercial, contractual, regulatory, litigation and day-to-day legal matters, with a particular focus on the healthcare industry, including healthcare providers, payers, pharmacies, the pharmaceutical industry and HIT suppliers.

You're a Great Fit if You Have/Can

We are an incredibly supportive team that truly enjoys what we do and who we do it with. We play a key role within Wolters Kluwer and assist in driving the daily success. If you have a passion for making a true difference within an organization, while working alongside a genuinely caring and supportive team, we highly encourage you to apply. #Bethedifference

Hiring process

To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we're getting to know you-not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.

About Wolters Kluwer

Wolters Kluwer is a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services for professionals in the health, tax and accounting, governance, risk and compliance, and legal sectors. Headquartered in Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands, the company operates in over 180 countries and employs more than 21,000 people worldwide. Its Legal Tech division focuses on providing legal research, workflow tools, and software solutions that help legal professionals improve efficiency and outcomes.

In Spain, Wolters Kluwer has a significant presence, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a hub for product development, sales, and consulting roles. The company is known for a collaborative and innovative work culture, offering opportunities for international professionals to work on global products and solutions. With a strong commitment to digital transformation and AI-driven tools, Wolters Kluwer provides a dynamic environment for tech and business professionals looking to advance their careers in a multinational setting.

Industry
Legal Tech
Founded
1836
Employees
10,000–50,000
Headquarters
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Wolters Kluwer has a global presence with offices in over 40 countries, offering international career opportunities.
  • The company is a leader in legal tech, providing exposure to cutting-edge digital solutions and AI-driven tools.
  • Spain offices in Madrid and Barcelona are key hubs for product development and consulting roles.
  • The company offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with many roles requiring English and Spanish.
  • Wolters Kluwer is committed to professional development and offers various training and growth programs.

In their own words

Additional information

Wolters Kluwer offers competitive compensation and great benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life. The role will be based in our Madrid office, with the opportunity to work hybrid (a minimum of 8 days/ month at the office).

Diversity Matters: Wolters Kluwer strives for an inclusive company culture in which we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent to achieve our strategy. As a global company, having a diverse workforce is of the utmost importance. We've been recognized by employees as a European Diversity Leader in the Financial Times, as one of Forbes America's Best Employers for Diversity in 2022, 2021 and 2020 and as one of Forbes America's Best Employers for Women in 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018. In 2020, we placed third in the Female Board Index, and were recognized by the European Women on Boards Gender Diversity Index. Wolters Kluwer and all of our subsidiaries, divisions and customer/departments is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

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