Eva Argilés
About Eva Argilés
Eva Argilés serves as the General Counsel at Applus+ and has extensive legal experience, including roles at Puig and Cuatrecasas. She holds a law degree from the University of Valencia and a Master's from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid.
Work at Applus+
Eva Argilés has served as General Counsel at Applus+ since 2013. In this role, she oversees legal matters and provides strategic legal guidance to the organization. Her responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, managing legal risks, and advising on corporate governance. Under her leadership, the legal department supports Applus+ in its global operations, contributing to the company's commitment to integrity and ethical practices.
Education and Expertise
Eva Argilés has a solid educational background in law. She studied at the University of Valencia from 1991 to 1996, earning her law degree. Following this, she pursued a Master's degree at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid from 1996 to 1997. Additionally, she attended Abertay University for a year from 1995 to 1996. This extensive education has equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in various legal capacities.
Background
Before joining Applus+, Eva Argilés held significant positions in the legal field. She worked as Legal Director at Puig from 2000 to 2013 in Barcelona, where she managed legal affairs for the company. Prior to that, she was an Abogado at Cuatrecasas from 1997 to 2000 in Madrid. Her diverse experience in both corporate and law firm environments has shaped her approach to legal challenges.
Current Roles and Contributions
In addition to her role at Applus+, Eva Argilés is active in various professional organizations. Since 2017, she has been a member of the Acc Europe Board and serves as the Country Representative for the Association of Corporate Counsel in Washington, D.C. She also contributes to academia as a member of the Business Academic Committee of the Master in Business Legal Advice at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid since 2016.