Job Description

Are you interested in joining one of Europe's fastest-growing companies? Do you want to impact the wellbeing of millions of users?

Are you a commercially minded lawyer looking to be the go-to legal voice for an entire market and contribute to a growing European tech company at the same time?

We are looking for a Legal Counsel based in Barcelona or Madrid who will be Epassi’s legal advisor for VIP District in Spain and Portugal, while also supporting colleagues with legal matters in Italy and Germany. You get to lead topics independtly whilst working as part of a legal team consisting of eight other persons across European markets.

Epassi's purpose is to boost everyday well-being. We are a leading provider of employee benefit solutions across Europe, established in Finland in 2007. Since then, we have consistently grown, diversifying our products and expanding into new markets. Epassi has been recognised by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in Europe on multiple occasions.

Your Mission

As Legal Counsel, you will be the primary legal advisor for VIP District in Spain, covering everything from corporate law to contracts, privacy, employment and consumer law. You will guide the business through commercial negotiations, regulatory questions and cross-border legal challenges, acting as a trusted partner to colleagues across the organisation.

Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Serving as the primary legal advisor for VIP District in Spain on corporate law, privacy, contracts, employment law and consumer law.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts in Spanish and English.
• Providing ad hoc legal support in other VIP District countries, i.e. Portugal, Germany and Italy.
• Advising on a broad range of legal matters, including employee benefits, taxation and marketing.
• Training colleagues on contracting, data protection, and other relevant legal topics.
• Contributing to group-wide legal projects.

What You'll Be Doing (Daily)

• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Answering legal queries from stakeholders across departments and countries.
• Monitoring regulatory developments, including data protection and AI regulation.
• Supporting colleagues with contracting best practices and legal templates.
• Collaborating with legal counterparts in other VIP District markets.

You'll Be Successful in This Role If You

• Are a self-starter with a proactive mindset, comfortable taking ownership in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and in person.
• Can work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Have a structured, detail-oriented approach to legal work.

What You Should Bring

• Qualified lawyer in Spain, with a master's degree from a reputable university.
• 4-8 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in-house and/or from a law firm.
• Significant experience with commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of data regulation in general, including the AI Act.
• Solid understanding of corporate and employment law.
• Excellent drafting skills in both Spanish and English.

Your Language Profile

• Spanish – professional working proficiency (essential).
• English – professional working proficiency (essential).
• Portuguese, Italian or German – an advantage.

Nice to Have

• Experience in legal operations: process improvement, template management, or legal technology, including AI-assisted workflows.
• Knowledge of Portuguese corporate law.
• Experience with tech companies and/or payment institutions.

Why You Should Join Us

• Be part of an ambitious growth journey and a global community of driven, bold, entrepreneurial Epassians in a company that is constantly evolving.
• Work with a clear purpose - boosting everyday wellbeing - and create a meaningful, positive impact on both individuals and society.
• Thrive in an open and inclusive culture with low hierarchy, where relationships are built on respect, camaraderie, and shared successes.
• Join a fast-growing tech company with a strong financial foundation and real opportunities to grow.