Junior International Counsel – Spanish/English Contracts

American Express

Argentina

On-site

ARS 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus incentives

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Flexible working model

Job summary

American Express is seeking a junior lawyer in Buenos Aires, Argentina, reporting to a senior lawyer for an international portfolio. The role is in the Legal Services Team (LST) within the GCO, with hubs in Kuala Lumpur, London and Argentina.

You will work closely with business clients globally on commercial contracts in English and Spanish. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating procurement, marketing and sponsorship agreements, data protection and cybersecurity support,

Qualifications

Argentina-qualified solicitor with at least 3 years of experience.
Experience drafting and advising on commercial contracts in English and Spanish.
In-house experience in financial services preferred.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines while managing clients' expectations.

Responsibilities

Identify and effectively handle legal risk for an international portfolio.
Take instructions from and support team leader, other lawyers, or legal teams across LAC/EMEA and beyond.
Provide sound, commercial legal advice and support on procurement, marketing, sponsorship, and Data Protection/Cybersecurity agreements.
Support internal governance and approval processes coordinating internal partners globally.
Instruct and collaborate with outside counsel in multiple jurisdictions to obtain and finalize legal opinions.
Carry out legal research for GCO colleagues across regions (LAC, US, EMEA, APAC).
Handle company secretarial matters and other LST workstreams as required.
Collaborate with LST team across hubs to improve knowledge management and training.