Abogado de Derecho Corporativo Junior

Placements24; Morelia; Hybrid; MXN 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Corporate Lawyer for a fully remote role, based near Morelia, Michoacán. The position welcomes a recent law graduate or someone with 1–3 years of experience to build a foundation in corporate law while supporting senior attorneys.

You will assist with drafting contracts, conducting legal research, and supporting governance tasks in a dynamic virtual team environment, with mentorship and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Law degree required.
• 1–3 years in corporate law or strong internship.
• Strong research and writing skills in legal topics.
• Proficiency with MS Office and legal research databases.
• Excellent organization and deadline adherence.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise corporate documents and contracts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries.
• Support governance functions including board minutes.
• Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance.
• Assist in due diligence for transactions.
• Provide admin support to the legal department.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on projects.
• Learn and apply firm procedures.

Skills

Contract drafting

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Time management

Remote collaboration

Education

Law degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and diligent Junior Corporate Lawyer to join their legal team. This role offers a fully remote working experience, ideal for a recent law graduate or someone with 1-3 years of experience looking to build a strong foundation in corporate law. You will support senior lawyers in various corporate legal matters, including contract drafting, corporate governance, and legal research. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment, working closely with experienced professionals and contributing to the company's legal framework. The position is located in the vicinity of Morelia, Michoacán , but operates on a fully remote basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising corporate documents, contracts, and legal correspondence.
• Conduct legal research on various corporate law topics and prepare summaries.
• Support the corporate governance function, including preparing board minutes and statutory filings.
• Help manage corporate records and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Assist in due diligence processes for transactions.
• Provide administrative support to the legal department.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on various legal projects.
• Learn and apply legal principles and firm procedures.

Requirements

• Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho).
• 1-3 years of experience in corporate law or a strong internship experience.
• Solid understanding of basic corporate law principles.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote position offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Mentorship and training from experienced legal professionals.
• Exposure to a wide range of corporate legal matters.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.