Jr. Legal Counsel

Insulet Guadalajara, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Región Centro; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global medical devices

Mentorship & development

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Insulet Mexico is seeking a Jr. Legal Counsel to join the Guadalajara Office, reporting to the Legal Director. You will partner with business clients in an in-house setting, providing practical legal guidance on a range of commercial matters and cross-border projects in a multinational environment.

The role emphasizes English proficiency, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and support for procurement, risk assessment, and policy implementation.

Qualifications

• Law degree from a Mexican university and licensed attorney.
• 2–4 years of broad-based legal experience with contracting exposure.
• Full professional fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts in English.
• In-house, law firm, or multinational experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide business-oriented legal advice to multiple functional areas.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including MSAs, SLAs, SOWs, NDAs and RFPs.
• Maintain contract databases, renewals, and compliance with policies.
• Identify risks using contract terms and AI-assisted tooling.
• Assist policy updates and cross-border projects within the legal team.
• Collaborate with international teams on cross-border matters.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Multinational environment

Education

Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho)

Licensed attorney (cédula profesional)

Tools

MS Office

AI tools

Job description

Job Summary Reporting to the Legal Director, the Legal Counsel will provide business-oriented legal advice, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, support contract management and risk assessment activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions. The position requires strong English communication skills, experience reviewing and negotiating contracts, and the ability to work effectively in a multinational environment. Exposure to U.S. legal concepts, procurement support, compliance initiatives, and process improvement projects is highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a bilingual legal professional looking to expand their experience within a global medical device company while working closely with international legal teams on diverse commercial and corporate matters. Legal Counsel This position requires on-site attendance three days per week at our office in Midtown-Providencia, GDL, Jal.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly collaborative Jr. Legal Counsel to serve as a key member of Insulet Mexico’s Legal team at the company’s Guadalajara Office. This role reports to Mexico’s Legal Director. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of partnering with business clients in an in-house setting, strong legal and business judgment, and the ability to balance the need to limit company risk as we grow together. He or she must be comfortable operating in a multinational environment, able to work independently but collaboratively, providing legal advice and guidance related to a wide range of commercial contracts. The role will also support other business needs and large-scale special projects, as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Advisory. Provide solutions and business-oriented legal advice, supporting multiple functional areas in the Company.
• Contract Management. Assist the Procurement Team with various activities, including detailed drafting and reviewing of contracts, MSAs, SLAs, SOWs, NDAs, and customer RFPs, and advising on negotiations with vendors and partners.
• Maintain, organize, and track contract databases and legal agreements, ensuring proper execution, renewal, and compliance with internal policies.
• Risk Assessment. Identify contract terms and conditions, risk factors, and non-standard terms using AI tools to increase efficiency and expand team capacity.
• Process Improvement. Work with colleagues to continuously improve contract structure and processes, as well as implementation and adherence to best practices within both the Legal department and the Company, providing guidance and informal training to Procurement teams on contractual obligations and operational processes.
• Policy Implementation. Assist in drafting or updating internal policies, procedures, and compliance programs to ensure alignment with our corporate governance standards.
• Miscellaneous. Collaborate with legal teams in other jurisdictions on cross-border transactions, assignments, or regulatory matters.
• Support the Legal Director with cross-functional and cross-border legal projects.

Education and Experience

• Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho) from a recognized Mexican university.
• Licensed attorney (cédula profesional) required.
• 2–4 years of broad-based legal experience as a trainee and/or Jr. Attorney with exposure to commercial contracting and transactional work.
• Prior experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or multinational company strongly preferred.
• Full professional proficiency in English is mandatory (written and spoken), with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts in English.
• Exposure to U.S. law, contract terminology, and experience working with U.S.-based legal teams or clients is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with Mexican Labor Law and litigation procedures is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and build effective relationships across functions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the highest standards of integrity and good judgment.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) and familiar with AI tools.
• Occasional travel may be required as part of exposure to global teams and cross-border experience.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The opportunity to be part of a company dedicated to improving the lives of people with diabetes, where your legal expertise supports meaningful impact.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives.
• Continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development from an experienced global legal team invested in your growth.
• A role with purpose, career progression, and the chance to make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating. We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

Insulet Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. (Know Your Rights) Insulet employees are all focused on the same goal - to make a difference. We excite and empower employees to bring their best selves to work through a culture that supports a healthy work and life balance. We set the bar high to meet customer needs, and our priority is to ensure our employees are equipped and supported to help us get there. We foster and celebrate curiosity, innovation, and learning. Our teams work collaboratively and are empowered to drive the best actions for our customers. Our innovation spirit and customer-centric focus position us as global pioneers - leading the way to improve health outcomes with revolutionary medical devices while breaking down barriers to access.