Director of Administration

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management and ongoing development of the Madrid office
• Establish and implement efficient processes, systems, and workflows aligned with firmwide standards
• Oversee all aspects of HR, including payroll, benefits, recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations
• Ensure compliance with Spanish employment law and local regulatory requirements
• Manage the office budget and establish local vendor relationships
• Oversee office space, facilities, and workplace needs, including support for office expansion

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a similar role, ideally within legal or professional services
• Proven experience in setting up or scaling operations, ideally in a new market entry environment
• Strong knowledge of Spanish employment law and local business practices
• Fluent in both Spanish and English
• Hands-on, pragmatic, and able to manage ambiguity and change
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and professional communication skills

About the Company

Gibson Dunn is a leading global law firm, advising clients on significant transactions and disputes. Our exceptional teams craft and deploy creative legal strategies that are meticulously tailored to every matter, however complex or high-stakes. The firm’s work is distinguished by a unique combination of precision and vision.