Junior In-House Counsel - Global Automotive

BYD Argentina; Buenos Aires; On-site; ARS 1,800,000 - 2,900,000; Full time

Job summary

BYD Argentina is seeking a motivated junior lawyer to support the legal function in handling day-to-day matters and ensuring compliance within a dynamic, international setting. The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, regulatory analysis, and coordinating with external firms.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, develop internal guidelines and help organize legal processes across the business.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law.
• At least 2/3 years of professional legal experience as an in-house counsel or in a law firm providing legal support to legal teams.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken). Knowledge of Chinese is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work in an international environment.
• Hands-on professional.
• Adaptability, able to learn quickly and use legal systems or tech tools.
• Availability to work in the office.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review commercial contracts, procurement and sales agreements.
• Provide regulatory evaluation, draft reports and newsletters.
• Support invoice payments to external law firms and coordinate matters.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining compliance policies and procedures.
• Contribute to internal guidelines, templates and legal training materials.
• Manage contract databases and prepare reports; organize meetings and protocols.
• File with government authorities (e.g., public registry of commerce).

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Spanish

Strong communication

International environment

Hands-on

Adaptability

Tech/system learning

Office presence

Education

Law degree

Job description

BYD Argentina is seeking a motivated junior lawyer to support the legal function in handling day-to-day matters and ensuring compliance within a dynamic, international setting. The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, regulatory analysis, and coordinating with external firms.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, develop internal guidelines and help organize legal processes across the business.