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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly qualified Deputy General Counsel to join our legal team and provide strategic and operational support to the General Counsel. This position plays a key role in managing legal risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and representing the company in both internal and external legal matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
The Deputy General Counsel will work closely with other departments to ensure that the company’s operations comply with applicable laws and regulations. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, as well as providing legal advice on a wide range of issues including litigation, intellectual property, labor law, and mergers and acquisitions.
Additionally, this professional must stay up to date on legislative and regulatory changes that may impact the organization and develop internal policies to mitigate legal risks. The Deputy General Counsel is expected to act as a strategic business partner, offering practical and effective legal solutions that support corporate objectives.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney looking to advance their career in a challenging and rewarding corporate environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist the General Counsel in all legal matters of the company
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts
- Provide legal advice to various departments
- Oversee legal and regulatory compliance
- Manage litigation and coordinate with external counsel
- Develop internal policies to mitigate legal risks
- Research and analyze applicable laws and regulations
- Represent the company before regulatory authorities
- Train staff on legal and compliance topics
- Stay updated on relevant legislative changes
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Law degree and license to practice
- Minimum 5 years of relevant legal experience
- Experience in corporate and commercial law
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
- Knowledge of labor, regulatory, and contract law
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Professional ethics and confidentiality
- Fluency in Spanish and legal English knowledge
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience in corporate law?
- Have you worked with complex commercial contracts?
- How do you handle legal pressure or urgent deadlines?
- Do you have experience in litigation or working with external counsel?
- What strategies do you use to ensure regulatory compliance?
- Are you familiar with labor and intellectual property laws?
- How do you stay updated on legal changes?
- What legal tools do you use in your daily work?
- Have you worked in cross-functional corporate environments?
- What has been your biggest legal challenge and how did you resolve it?
