Jabil

Corporate Counsel

Guadalajara Full time
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

 

JOB SUMMARY
Provide legal and business advice across a broad range of corporate matters to support a multinational company's global operations. The role includes responsibility for corporate contracting, compliance, governance, and dispute management, while ensuring alignment with applicable local and international laws and internal policies. Professional English language is a must have.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide legal counsel on corporate, commercial, employment, regulatory, and compliance matters.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, service, and vendor contracts.
  • Ensure company operations comply with Mexican federal and state laws, as well as relevant international regulations.
  • Support corporate governance initiatives and ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures.
  • Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters, coordinating with external counsel where necessary.
  • Conduct legal research and provide proactive guidance on legal risks and emerging regulatory developments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including management, HR, finance, and operations teams.
  • Assist in developing and delivering legal training to employees.
  • Work independently on projects of increasing complexity, exercising sound judgment and escalating issues where appropriate.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Typically reports to Global Legal Department (e.g., Senior Corporate Counsel, Assistant General Counsel).
  • No direct supervisory responsibilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong legal and business judgment with a practical, business-oriented approach to problem solving.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in English and Spanish (written and verbal).
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and handle complex matters.
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
  • Strong analytical and conflict resolution skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Law degree (Juris Doctor or equivalent) from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Mexico and in good standing.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience (law firm and/or in-house), preferably within a multinational or manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Mexican corporate, commercial, labor, and regulatory law; international experience is an advantage.
  • Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Professional English knowledge is a must have.

 

 

TEN CUIDADO CON LOS FRAUDES: Las oportunidades laborales legítimas en Jabil se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web oficial Jabil.com. Ningun solicitante debe pagar para acceder a estas oportunidades de empleo. Al postularte para un empleo en Jabil, serás contactado a través del portal oficial de jabil por un correo electrónico con teminacion @jabil.com; llamada telefónica directa de un integrante del equipo de Jabil; o correo electrónico directo con una dirección de correo electrónico @jabil.com. Jabil no solicita pagos para realizar entrevistas ni en ningún otro momento durante el proceso de contratación. Jabil tampoco pedirá información personal de identificación como número de seguro social, acta de nacimiento, información de institución financiera, número de licencia de conducir o información de pasaporte por teléfono o correo electrónico. Si crees que estás siendo víctima de robo de identidad o fraude, repórtalo a la policía en los siguientes números y repórtala en el sitio web donde la encontraste. Llama a: 911 o 089.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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