Associate Legal Counsel

About the role:

We are looking for a passionate Associate Legal Counsel to join the Legal Department of SKY express at our Athens Airport headquarters. In this role, you will support the Company's legal function across a broad range of corporate, commercial, regulatory and compliance matters. Working closely with the Chief Legal Counsel, you will help manage legal risks, provide practical legal support to the business and contribute to ensuring compliance within a dynamic and highly regulated aviation environment.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including supplier, service, ground handling and distribution contracts.
• Support day-to-day corporate law matters and aircraft acquisition and lease procedures.
• Conduct legal research on aviation regulations, passenger rights and other regulatory matters affecting the Group's operations.
• Handle passenger claims and support disputes management, including correspondence with authorities and external parties.
• Provide legal support on corporate governance, employment, insurance and compliance matters, including GDPR requirements.
• Maintain legal records, contracts and documentation, ensuring accuracy and proper record management.

Competencies:

• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law and active membership in a Greek Bar Association. Postgraduate studies in Commercial Law, European Law, Air Law or a related field will be considered an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of professional legal experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of commercial, corporate and regulatory law.
• Experience in contract drafting, review and negotiation.
• Fluency in Greek and English (verbal and written).
• Proficient in IT (MS Office suite).

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary & Allowances.
• Continuous Training & Professional Development.
• Travel benefits on SKY express flights (extended to first-degree family members).
• Join an airline with a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture that values innovation and safety.

About SKY express:

SKY express, a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), holds a leading position in the Greek market, operating the country’s largest domestic network with 33 destinations. At the same time, it is continuously expanding its international reach, serving 29 international destinations and forging strategic partnerships with top global airlines.

The airline operates the youngest fleet among Greek carriers, consisting of 30 state-of-the-art aircraft, that combine comfort, advanced technology and a low environmental footprint.

In 2025, SKY express, was honored by the European Regions Airline Association (ERA) with the highest distinction “Airline of the Year”, in Europe, as well as the award for “Regional Connectivity Airline”.

Join us on this remarkable journey!

Applicants’ personal data will be used for recruitment purposes only and applications will be treated as strictly confidential.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.