International Lawyer (Spanish speaking) - Leeds

DAC Beachcroft LLP

Nov 13

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Legal
Leeds

Requirements

Will have a law degree, legal qualification or relevant experience in a Spanish or English speaking jurisdiction.
Will be able to communicate persuasively in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.
Enjoys a dynamic and fast-paced work.
Confident and proactive, with excellent organisational and communication skills.
Able to work under pressure, and efficiently manage time to meet evolving business needs.
Enjoys research, critical analysis and new challenges.
Able to analyse complex information, and present findings in a concise way.
Excellent attention to detail.
Good team player who is supportive of others and easily adapts to different cultures, as well as being able to work independently.
Interested in developing risk and compliance expertise.
Respond positively to change.
Good IT skills.
Qualified to degree level education in any country (preferably in Law).
The ability to communicate effectively in a third language (European languages are of particular interest).
Will have experience in a similar role or an interest to develop their risk and compliance expertise in the above.
Previous experience of working in a regulated industry, such as Legal or Financial Services in an international environment.
Familiar with Microsoft Office packages (further training will be given, if required).

Responsibilities

Drafting and reviewing of contracts with international elements in both English and Spanish.
Assisting Locations Heads, Money Laundering Reporting Officers, and Data Protection Officers, as required.
Assisting the international offices' Company Secretaries with filing or regulatory obligations as required from time to time.
Assisting with various aspects of DACB’s ongoing projects to expand its international offering.
Assisting with the preparation of reports for the General Counsel and wider DACB management.
Horizon scanning for legislative and regulatory changes that may affect our international business; and, putting forward ideas and potential solutions to address them.
Assisting with the development and upkeep of the international framework of policies.
Researching a wide variety of topics in relation to the above listed topics as applicable in various jurisdictions.
Drafting, organising, distributing and (where applicable) completing due diligence questionnaires (which our clients have requested from our international offices; or, which we have requested from our suppliers).
Translating of OGC material to harmonise the Group's compliance requirements and to promote the framework in which the Group operates.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is International Lawyer (Spanish speaking).

Where is this job located?

This job is located in Leeds.

What are the main responsibilities of the International Lawyer?

The main responsibilities include drafting and reviewing contracts, assisting with compliance obligations, conducting research, and preparing reports for management, among others.

Is Spanish language proficiency required for this role?

Yes, the candidate must be able to communicate persuasively in both English and Spanish.

What type of work environment does DAC Beachcroft offer?

DAC Beachcroft offers a supportive and flexible working environment with a hybrid working model.

What qualifications are essential for this position?

A law degree, legal qualification, or relevant experience in a Spanish or English speaking jurisdiction is essential.

Are there opportunities for training and growth?

Yes, training, supervision, and guidance will be provided by a multinational team.

What is the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 35 hours a week.

Does DAC Beachcroft have a policy for disability inclusion?

Yes, DAC Beachcroft is a Disability Confident employer and guarantees interviews for applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria.

What is the culture like at DAC Beachcroft?

DAC Beachcroft prides itself on a supportive, approachable culture that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to bring their whole selves to work.

What benefits does DAC Beachcroft offer?

While specific benefits are not detailed, DAC Beachcroft encourages discussing flexible working arrangements and has a supportive culture for work-life balance.

Are additional languages desirable for this role?

Yes, the ability to communicate effectively in a third language, particularly European languages, is desirable.

DAC Beachcroft LLP

Broad-based commercial law firm delivering bespoke solutions, one client at a time.

Law

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1762

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

DAC Beachcroft is a leading international legal business with offices across Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America. We partner with our clients to help them achieve sustainable growth and to defend their business and reputation. We do this by taking a tailored approach to providing commercial, transactional, claims, risk and advisory legal services. We are recognised leaders in Insurance, Health and Real Estate and draw on the knowledge, industry experience and commercial expertise of our outstanding 3,000 lawyers and support colleagues in these sectors and beyond. We are forward-thinking, flexible and easy to engage with and we're proud that our clients tell us regularly that we're great to work with. We know that our clients value advice that is innovative, practical and personal to them, and we pride ourselves on getting to the heart of their businesses. We measure our performance against their expectations and embrace change as a necessary stage in evolving and strengthening our relationships. The close working relationship we enjoy with our clients has not been built overnight but honed carefully over the last 250 years. This means today our clients can remain confident they have the very best legal expertise available.