OverviewRyanair are currently recruiting for aCS Legal Associateto join Europe’s Largest Airline Group. This is a very exciting time to join Ryanair as we look to expand our operation to 800 aircraft and 300 million guests within the next 10 years. The purpose of this position is to support Ryanair’s Customer Service Legal team and the broader company in protecting Ryanair’s interests whilst complying with our obligations under EU Regulation 261/2004. The successful candidate will be hard-working, energetic, self-motivated with a natural ability for problem solving. The Role: Ryanair’s significant growth and the increase of EU261 awareness has led to higher case volume and more support and advice being sought from our Customer Service Legal team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial litigation, air passenger rights, consumer law, with an interest in aviation. They will be required to effectively manage the processing of high-volume litigation brought as a result of disruptions in all jurisdictions where Ryanair operates. They will work closely with the CS Lawyers, Legal Associate Managers, and CS Legal Supervisors in the development of strategies designed to improve success rates of our in-house CS Legal team. The successful candidate will maintain up-to-date knowledge of passenger rights and relevant EU/national legislation.ResponsibilitiesSupport Ryanair’s Customer Service Legal team and the broader company in protecting Ryanair’s interests while complying with EU Regulation 261/2004. Manage high-volume litigation across multiple jurisdictions where Ryanair operates. Collaborate with CS Lawyers, Legal Associate Managers, and CS Legal Supervisors to develop strategies to improve success rates of the in-house CS Legal team. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of passenger rights and relevant EU/national legislation.RequirementsQualified lawyer with litigation experience Experience handling EU261-related matters would be an advantage Understanding of consumer protection legislation, particularly at European level A pro-active, can-do attitude and ability to work independently with limited supervision Ability to learn quickly, show initiative and cope with a large and varied caseload, whilst complying with tight legal deadlines A creative and proactive approach to problem-solving Proven ability to foster constructive and collaborative relationships with colleagues and internal/external stakeholders Exceptional organisation, planning, record-keeping and communication skills Outstanding drafting and legal writing skills, attention to detail Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken). Italian and German would be highly-regarded. Willingness to travel Ad hoc duties to support the team in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentBenefitsHybrid working model: up to two days per week remote; offices in Madrid. Travel discounts Discounts on Medical Insurance plansJob DetailsSeniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal Industries: Airlines and AviationRyanair — Europe’s Favourite Airline#J-18808-Ljbffr