Legal Assistant Funchal

Legal Assistant
Madeira
Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Jurist / Junior Lawyer – Focus on Tax & Regulatory Law

Location: Funchal – Madeira

Role Overview

We are seeking a legally trained professional to join our team as a Jurist / Junior Legal Counsel. This role focuses on supporting the organization’s legal and regulatory responsibilities, particularly in the areas of tax law, contractual compliance, and cross-border operations. You will engage directly in legal analysis, risk assessment, and
-
- day advisory work across departments.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to business security and strategic
- making, especially in light of Madeira's regulatory frameworks and European law developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret Portuguese and EU tax legislation affecting the business
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts, including service, commercial, and
  - border agreements
• Provide legal support on matters involving corporate taxation, VAT, and fiscal incentives, particularly related to the Madeira Free Trade Zone (Zona Franca da Madeira)
• Conduct legal research and issue internal memos on applicable laws and regulatory risks
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, labor law, and corporate governance obligations
• Liaise with external legal advisors, tax consultants, and public authorities as needed
• Support regulatory filings, internal compliance procedures, and documentation archiving
• Brief other departments on relevant legal updates, risks, or obligations

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Law (Licenciatura em Direito) with at least 2 years of professional experience in legal practice, advisory, or
  - house counsel settings
• Demonstrated understanding of Portuguese tax law and regulatory frameworks
• Comfort interpreting and drafting legal documents in both Portuguese and English
• Familiarity with the legal structure and incentives of the Zona Franca da Madeira is a strong plus
• Experience advising on
  - border commercial operations within the EU
• Autonomous,
  - oriented, and capable of managing multiple legal threads simultaneously
• High sense of responsibility, discretion, and capacity to communicate with
  - legal teams

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience in supporting multinational or
- European operations;

• Working knowledge of intellectual property, entertainment/media law, or international contracts is a plus;

• Comfort handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism;

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines independently;

• Experience or demonstrable interest in legal compliance matters related to the Zona Franca da Madeira (Madeira International Business Centre)

• Familiarity with EU institutional processes or regulatory bodies;

About Lancelot Productions

Lancelot Productions takes audiences on extraordinary journeys through the power of live entertainment. From mesmerizing film orchestra performances based on beloved themes like Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, and Hans Zimmer's scores to breathtaking operas and captivating musicals, the company delivers productions that transcend expectations.

With a commitment to artistic excellence, Lancelot Productions has a reputation for bringing together
- class performers, innovative stage designs, and unforgettable storytelling. Each event is crafted with precision to inspire and delight audiences of all ages and backgrounds.

Operating on a global stage, Lancelot Productions has partnered with iconic venues, and its performances have enchanted audiences in some of the most renowned cultural capitals around the world. Dedicated to blending timeless themes with
- edge artistry, the company continues to push boundaries and elevate the experience of live entertainment.

Think you’re ready to bring sharp legal insight to one of Europe’s most dynamic live entertainment companies? Send us your CV in english, please.