Job description
the legal assistant to the general counsel will provide essential support to the general counsel in all areas of responsibility, including internal and external communications, drafting legal documents, and maintaining confidential files.
* provide day-to-day support to the general counsel, assisting with tasks such as drafting correspondence, editing legal documents, and managing special projects.
* support the contract life cycle management team by drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts and agreements.
* research and analyze laws, regulations, policies, and procedures from various jurisdictions to ensure compliance and provide legal counsel.
* collect and analyze data accurately and thoroughly from reports, files, and databases.
* establish and maintain a file tracking system, organizing legal files and materials for easy access while ensuring confidentiality.
* prepare agendas and attend meetings, capturing action items and following up on tasks.
* support the curation of agreements and document databases.
required skills and qualifications:
* a valid license to practice law with a degree from a reputable university.
* minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate law, commercial/contract law, or a related field.
* proficiency in english and spanish, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
* excellent organizational, writing, research, and communication skills.
* ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
benefits:
cimmyt offers an attractive remuneration package, including a year-end bonus, vacation premium, life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, savings fund, and social mexican benefits.
other opportunities:
the selected candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and collaborative team, participate in the optimization of legal services processes, and contribute to the organization's mission and goals.