Senior Legal Advisor
hace 1 día
Valencia
HBX Group is the world’s leading technology partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We’re game-changers, disruptors, the people who bring together local and global brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments through our network of 300,000 hotels worldwide, 60,000 hard to reach high value clients such as tour operators, travel agents and loyalty schemes across 140 source markets. We are tech-driven, with a customer-first philosophy, and commercial teams whose knowledge and relationships on the ground are second to none. And of course we have an amazing team! Our people, Team HBX Group, are the beating heart of the company who we encourage to ‘move fast, dream big and make the difference’ every day. In fact, we believe that it is tech + data + people that truly sets us apart in the market, alongside our ‘global approach, local touch’ mentality. We’re headquartered in Palma, Mallorca and employ around 3,500 people worldwide. JOB DESCRIPTION: Purpose: The role forms a key part of the Legal & GRC team that plays a paramount role in managing and advising on risk and legal liability, forming an important part along with finance, tax, HR and other functions to support the business to ensure we achieve the strong growth plans in the Europe Region. This role is in charge of: • Leading all Commercial Legal matters in Europe or a specific European Region, for all business units, by interacting directly with internal stakeholders (i.e. Legal & GRC team members, commercial teams, tax, finance, etc.) and with externals (i.e. external lawyers, suppliers, clients, etc.) to help deliver on the business objectives of the company, • Identifying, monitoring and advising upon legal risks within the areas of responsibility and acting as Legal lead for Strategic Projects across Europe, ensuring effective development of those Projects., • Engage, support and supervise his/her team member/s, • Coordinate and oversee external legal advisors in jurisdictions where specialized expertise is required or where no in-house legal counsel is available, ensuring efficient legal support and alignment with business objectives. KPI´s: Average response/resolution times Number of matters taken on Efficiently dealing with queries from the business Effective problem solving Collaborative relationship with all key stakeholders Contribution to achieving the L&C team objectives Skills • Interpersonal skills with high quality written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish, • Ability to prioritize and good time management, • Ability to balance legal risks with business objectives, • Good negotiation skills, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to cross connect issues with different functions, • Team player, • Tech skills, • Flexibility and agility to take on matters and adjust quickly when changes happen Preferable Experience: • Minimum 8 - 10 years practice either in a Law Firm OR as an in-house legal counsel with commercial law practice, • Previous experience working within a team as well as leading teams and inspiring high levels of employee engagement, • Experience working in a multinational and multicultural environment Qualifications • A law degree from a reputable institution, • Business level of proficiency in English and Spanish, • Other languages will be valued Key Challenges • Managing expectations of the internal clients, • Time management, • Maintain the balance between Legal requirements and business objectives, • Organising the priorities to become more efficient, • Multitasking, • Prioritizing, • Must be flexible to sudden changes in business decisions At HBX Group, we believe that diversity drives innovation and makes travel a force for good. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing different backgrounds, perspectives and talents. Join us and be part of a team where diversity and equal opportunities really do make a difference. You will have the opportunity to work for a company that is going through significant change in becoming the world´s leading travel services provider. We are looking for people that are ready to ride the wave in this exciting journey. As well as an attractive benefits package you will be able to work: • Within an innovative, engaging and multicultural environment., • Have the opportunity to build strong and lasting business relationships and friendships from around the world., • Have the opportunity in developing your career locally or within one of our beautiful working locations across the globe.
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