Director, sr.
counsel, labor & employment
mexico city or monterrey
come make the world and accelerate your success.
it takes great people to achieve greatness.
people with a sense of purpose and integrity.
people with a relentless pursuit of excellence.
people who care about making things better for those who make the world.
sound like you?
join our top-notch team of more than 50,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including dewalt, black+decker, craftsman, stanley, cub cadet, and hustler.
the job
serve as the lead legal advisor on all labor and employment matters across manufacturing operations and commercial sites in mexico.
provide counsel on individual and collective labor issues, including union negotiations, collective bargaining agreements, and labor disputes.
ensure compliance with all applicable mexican labor laws and regulations.
advise hr and business leaders on terminations, discipline, hiring, compensation, working conditions, and restructuring.
manage employment matters and administrative proceedings, partnering with outside counsel as necessary.
monitor and advise on legal and regulatory developments impacting the workforce and proactively mitigate risk.
draft, review, and update employment agreements, policies, and workplace rules to align with legal requirements and company values.
support due diligence and integration efforts related to m&a or facility expansion in mexico.
collaborate with teams to ensure consistency and alignment of global labor and employment strategies and policies.
lead or support internal investigations into employee complaints or misconduct.
provide training to hr and management on employment law topics and best practices.
the person
you love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions.
you're not intimidated by innovation.
wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good?
in fact, you embrace it.
qualifications
law degree from an accredited university; admission to practice law in mexico.
10+ years of legal experience, with significant expertise in mexican labor and employment law.
in-house counsel experience preferred, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial company.
experience handling unionized workforces and managing collective labor relationships.
strong understanding of cross-border legal collaboration and international corporate environments.
fluent in spanish and english (written and spoken).
proven ability to balance risk with business needs and provide practical, solution-oriented guidance.
strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
ability to take a practical and balanced approach.
preferred qualifications
experience working for a multinational or reporting to u.s. legal or hr leadership.
prior experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities in mexico.
benefits
medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
discounts on stanley black & decker tools and other partner programs.
what you'll gain
grow: be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
learn: have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
belong: experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
give back: help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
what's more, you'll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world.
we're more than the #1 tools company.
more than a driving force in outdoor power equipment.
more than a global leader in industrial.
we're visionaries and innovators.
as successful as we've been in the past, we have so much further to go.
that's where you come in.
join us
who we are
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