5+ years legal experience in multinational corporation
Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Advising on local laws and internal policies
The Sr Legal Associate acts as a strategic partner and risk guardian providing daily legal support to business units across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
Job Summary
The Sr Legal Associate acts as a strategic partner and risk guardian providing daily legal support to business units across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts while ensuring compliance with local laws, data privacy, and anti-corruption regulations.
The role requires identifying legal risks, coordinating external counsel, and delivering training to promote a culture of compliance within an agile, performance-focused organization.
Matching Summary
The Sr Legal Associate acts as a strategic partner and risk guardian providing daily legal support to business units across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years legal experience in multinational corporation
Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Advising on local laws and internal policies
Managing external legal counsel efficiently
Conducting internal investigations and litigation support
Nice-to-have
Experience in regulated industries like consumer health
Advanced English language proficiency
Willingness to travel 60% of the time
Strategic partnership mindset with business units
Key Requirements
Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho) with active license