Jurist Contracts & New Technologies

Jurist Contracts & New Technologies

Generix Group is a leading SaaS vendor specializing in Collaborative Supply Chain solutions that enable the seamless exchange of goods and data across the globe between suppliers and customers, all while responsibly managing their flows. Its platform of innovative digital services optimizes the management of physical flows, by coordinating the entire supply process, from production to delivery, thanks to its WMS, TMS, RMS and VMI solutions; as well as logical and financial flows, by integrating the systems of all players in the chain, from order to payment, with its e-invoicing, e-reporting, EDI, P2P and O2C solutions.

Generix Group creates a distinctive ecosystem designed to cater to its customers, ensuring top-notch performance and sustainability, connecting all global players in retail, industry and services, and fostering the transition toward greater digitalization and energy efficiency. With nearly 850 dedicated employees, Generix Group provides day-to-day support to over 4,500 companies across more than 60 countries, processes over 500 million invoices, handle more than 40 million order lines each month, and manage 8 million EDI messages daily. Our clientele includes Danone, FM Logistic, Fnac-Darty, Essilor, and Ferrero.

Within an international environment focused on technology and innovation, we are looking for a Jurist Contracts & New Technologies to strengthen the legal support provided to the Group’s operations across the Iberian Peninsula.

The position will report to the Group Legal Department, based in France.

The role is primarily focused on the negotiation, review and management of supplier contracts, with a strong emphasis on technology-related agreements and IT solutions. Cybersecurity and personal data protection matters will not be directly handled by the Jurist but will require regular interaction with the Data Protection Officer (DPO) and the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) during contractual negotiations.

The position will also serve as the local legal point of contact for commercial activities in Portugal and Spain, while providing legal and paralegal support on local administrative matters.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

    1. Procurement Contract Negotiation & Risk Management (60%)

• Negotiate supplier contracts, including SaaS agreements, software licenses, service agreements, maintenance contracts, and other technology-related contracts.
• Identify, assess and mitigate legal risks.
• Ensure the protection and compliance of the company's contractual commitments.
• Support Procurement teams throughout negotiations with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments related to new technologies in Portugal and Spain.

    2. Legal Support for Commercial Contracts (25%)

• Act as the local legal point of contact for commercial teams in Lisbon and Madrid, in coordination with the Group Legal Department based in France.
• Participate in the review of customer contracts alongside Portuguese and Spanish sales teams.
• Coordinate with the Group Legal Department whenever necessary.
• Facilitate the implementation of contractual standards adapted to local legal requirements and business practices.

    3. Paralegal Activities (15%)

• Manage local administrative procedures and legal formalities.
• Support document management and contract archiving activities.
• Assist with maintaining legal documentation and records in compliance with internal standards.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Business Law, Contract Law, Technology Law, or a related legal discipline.
• Specialisation in Digital Law, Data Protection, Information Technology Law, or New Technologies will be considered an advantage.
• 2–3 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and contract management.
• Solid exposure to IT, software, digital services and cloud-related matters, with the ability to identify situations requiring the involvement of the DPO or CISO.
• Previous experience within a technology company, software vendor, consulting firm, or specialised law firm would be highly valued.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent legal judgment and ability to identify contractual risks.
• Strong interest in technology, innovation and digital transformation.
• Ability to understand data protection and information security considerations and coordinate discussions with the DPO and CISO when required.
• Pragmatic, business-oriented mindset with a solution-driven approach.
• Assertive and capable of defending their position with diplomacy.
• Comfortable and confident in negotiation environments.
• Able to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including Procurement, Sales, IT, Security and Finance teams.

Languages

• Portuguese: Fluent.
• Spanish: Fluent.
• English: Professional proficiency.
• French: Appreciated and considered a strong advantage.

Additional Information

- Attractive compensation package;

- Excellent work conditions and environment (Centro Empresarial Lionesa).

Generix is committed to build an inclusive environment, in which diversity and equity are truly part of our culture, so all our positions are open to people with disabilities.

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