Legal Counsel

·  Education: Law degree with a valid license to practice in Mexico.

·  Technical Knowledge:

o  Strongunderstanding of the Mexican legal system.

o  Proven ability to manage labor disputes and administrative proceedings.

o  Familiarity with data protection, export control, and anti-corruption compliance.

·  Language:  advanced English (oral and written).

Key Responsibilities:

1.   Contracts & Transactions

• Draft, review, and negotiate domestic and international commercial agreements.
• Prepare and respond to legal correspondence.
• Provide pragmatic risk-control advice and propose alternative clauses.

2.   Labor Litigation & Employment Matters

• Manage employee-related disputes, conciliation processes, and labor litigation.
• Represent the company in administrative proceedings before labor and government authorities.
• Support audits and investigations by labor authorities.
• Provide guidance on employment law and HR compliance issues.

3.   Regulatory & Operational Compliance

• Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
• Safeguard the company’s daily operations in Mexico through proactive compliance monitoring.

4.   Cross-Border Compliance

• Research and interpret multi-jurisdictional laws and regulations.
• Conduct compliance assessments on business structures, delivery models, and regulatory frameworks.
• Develop and implement practical compliance solutions in collaboration with corporate teams.

5.   Training & Awareness

• Design and deliver compliance training sessions for employees and business units.
• Promote awareness of legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations, including anti-corruption and data protection.

6.   General Legal Support

• Act as the first point of contact for routine legal inquiries.
• Coordinate with external counsel for specialized or urgent matters.
• Support additional legal and compliance projects as assigned by management.