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ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents. We are seeking a passionate individual to help promote sustainable development and address global challenges. Acciona offers a competitive compensation package and benefits, including relocation assistance where required and approved, 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The Legal Director will oversee legal strategy and services across ACCIONAs U.S. operations, including the Water, Construction, and Concessions divisions. This executive-level role reports directly to the U.S. CEO with a functional reporting line to the Global General Counsel. The role focuses on providing strategic legal leadership, claims management, contract administration during execution-phase projects, and asset and concession management, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while supporting business development, risk management, and dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all legal operations across U.S. Infrastructure Divisions (Water, Construction, and Concessions).
• Serve as key legal advisor to the U.S. executive team and business unit leaders.
• Align U.S. legal strategy with global standards and business objectives.

• Provide legal support throughout all phases of infrastructure projects under PPP and concession schemesorigination, bidding, acquisition, partnerships, awarding, financing, construction, operation, and divestment.
• Participate in tender processes, including bid document review, drafting and negotiating consortium agreements, confidentiality and services agreements, and advising on entity incorporation and financial structuring.

• Offer legal guidance to internal departments, crafting strategies aligned with regulations.
• Identify legal risks and provide training to management on key legal and compliance topics.
• Promote adherence to internal policies, governance standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Advise on regulatory compliance and engagement with governmental or industry bodies.
• Ensure full contractual and financial compliance during all project phases, including fulfillment of conditions precedent, guarantees, and financial closings.

• Oversee contract negotiation, execution-phase administration, and claims management (time and financial).
• Provide strategic support in dispute resolution, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
• Develop and execute legal strategies, select external consultants, and coordinate judicial and administrative proceedings.

• Advise on claims, refinancing, and concession contract terminations.
• Support formal legal communication with granting authorities, regulators, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Lead legal strategy for ANA Concessions, ensuring long-term asset performance and compliance.

• Provide legal support during M&A activities including due diligence, preparation and negotiation of SPAs, APAs, and other key agreements.
• Liaise with commercial, tax, and corporate advisors to support investment and divestment strategies.

• Handle corporate governance matters such as entity formation, changes, registrations, and internal approvals.
• Prepare and review key documents (e.g., constitutions, trust deeds, board resolutions).

• Select, negotiate, and manage external law firms in line with company policies and cost guidelines.
• Define work scope, deliverables, and cost structures for advisory services.

• Supervise legal team(s), as applicable.
• Ensure thorough documentation and archiving of legal records.
• Contribute to legal knowledge management by maintaining precedent documentation and resources.
• Deliver regular reports and updates to senior management, business unit leaders, and global legal departments.
• Promote efficient use of legal and financial resources.

• Take on any additional legal duties as needed in alignment with business goals.

Knowledge/Experience & Skills

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school in the United States. Active member of the Bar in at least one common law U.S. state.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of legal practice, preferably in infrastructure or concessions; experience as in-house counsel and in a law firm; proven track record in project finance, M&A, and asset management within a multinational environment; strong background in claims, contract execution, and P3 legal frameworks.
• Skills: Proven leadership experience managing legal teams and advising senior business leaders; excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work across cross-functional and international environments; languages: English (fluent) and Spanish valued.

ACCIONA has received recognitions for human resources excellence and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Construction

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