Legal Counsel (Corporate & Compliance)
6 days ago
Madrid
At AMFRESH , we are a global fresh food company focused on leading varietal innovation, agronomy and biotechnology, large-scale farming, and the global commercialization of citrus, table grapes, cherries, tropical fruits, berries, apples, pears, freshly squeezed juices, and flowers. With more than 90 years of experience, we are a privately owned company operating in over 60 countries, with 10,000 passionate employees committed to innovation. We work with a fully vertically integrated end-to-end model, serving the world’s leading retailers. For more information, visit . Job Purpose To protect and enhance the reputation and brand of the organisation through the delivery of excellent service, whilst committing to positively promote a food safety, integrity, and ethical culture within the business. We are seeking a highly capable Senior Legal Counsel to join our growing Legal team, supporting a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. This is a generalist in-house role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic, international environment and enjoys working across multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will provide pragmatic, business-aligned legal advice to internal stakeholders, with a particular focus on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, and risk management. This role will be based in Madrid and may require regular cross-border collaboration. Fluency in Spanish and experience with English Law are essential. Key Responsabilities To ensure that at all times you are acting in the best interests of the business as a whole, and not that of an individual or function, to include (but not limited to) Health, Safety and Environment, Business Integrity, Ethical Standards and Wellbeing. You are required to adhere to Food Safety, Quality, and Integrity Standards. You will ensure products are produced safely through good manufacturing practices, that meet legislative requirements, specifications, quality and integrity standards agreed with customers. Corporate & Governance Advise on corporate law matters including entity management, governance, board processes, and corporate record maintenance. Support corporate transactions such as restructurings, equity issuances, and cross‑border projects. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate documents and resolutions. Compliance & Regulatory Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and frameworks across multiple jurisdictions. Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations (including English and EU) and proactively advise relevant teams. Lead or support internal compliance training (anti‑bribery, sanctions, data protection, ethical conduct, etc.). Assist in managing compliance investigations, audits, and risk assessments. Commercial Legal Support We will also value experience in the following areas: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (services, technology, procurement, NDAs, partnership agreements, etc.). Provide clear, practical legal advice to support business teams and enable commercial decision‑making. Assist with contract lifecycle management and process efficiencies. Cross‑Border Support Collaborate with colleagues in Madrid, London, and other regions to support global legal initiatives. Coordinate with external counsel where required Requeriments Essential Qualifications & Experience Qualified lawyer in Spain and/or England & Wales (Solicitor preferred) 7–10 years of post-qualification experience Proven experience working with English law in a practical, commercial context Strong experience in commercial contracts and corporate law Experience in an international environment (in-house or top-tier law firm) Strong background in corporate law, with generalist exposure to commercial contracts. Skills and Competencies Ability to balance legal risk with commercial pragmatism. Strong communication skills and ability to explain legal issues to non‑legal stakeholders. High level of integrity, sound judgment, and professionalism. Comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and handling ambiguity. Proactive, collaborative, and solutions‑oriented. Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape legal and compliance frameworks in a growing organisation. High-impact, cross-functional role with visibility across the business. Truly international environment with regular collaboration between the UK and Spain. Flexible and supportive culture with opportunities for professional development. Apply now to join AMFRESH Group’s collaborative, international Legal team, where your expertise will make a real impact.
