Senior Labor Lawyer

IBM Computing; Ciudad de México; Presencial; MXN 1,081,000 - 1,443,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading technology company in Mexico City seeks an experienced legal counsel to provide expert advice on labor law and support HR in implementing the regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Mexican Law Degree and at least 8 years of experience in a multinational environment. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to handle complex labor issues. Join a diverse team committed to upholding ethical standards in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• At least 8 years of legal experience, preferably in a multinational company.
• Solid knowledge of labor and employment law.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide expert legal advice on Mexican labor laws.
• Support HR in implementing labor laws and handling complex issues.
• Manage labor litigation portfolio and external counsel.

Conocimientos

Fluent in English

Critical thinking and problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Collaborative attitude

Educación

Mexican Law Degree

Specialization or master's degree in Employment Law

Descripción del empleo

Introduction

At IBM work is more than a job - its a calling. To build. To design. To code. To Consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you read to lead in this new era or technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let's talk.

Your role and responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on Mexican labor and employment law, regulations, and practices.

• Support HR in the implementation of Mexican labor laws and regulations.

• Support HR and business leaders in managing complex labor issues, including business contracts negotiations, workforce strategy, policies, procedures, terminations.

• Draft and review employment-related agreements documents and policies.

• Manage litigation portfolio, external counsel and legal budgets related to labor matters.

• Support HR and other functions in case of inspection of labor and social security authorities.

• Ensure timely reporting and communication of updates, results, and relevant information to internal stakeholders, including audit teams, internal controls, Operations management, and regional leadership, regarding significant developments in high-volume, high-impact, or financially relevant labor litigation cases

• Monitor changes in labor legislation and assess their impact on the business and develop strategic actions.

• Develop and deliver training sessions on labor law compliance and best practices.

• Collaborate with global legal and compliance teams to ensure alignment with corporate policies and standards.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Mexican Law Degree with at least 8 years of legal experience in a law firm or as in-house counsel preferably in a multinational company.

• Solid knowledge and experience in labor and employment law, preferably within a multinational or technology-driven environment.

• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication and listening skills, including ability to explain legal concepts in a clear, simple and compelling manner to local and global teams.

• Critical thinking and problem solving - Ability to spot and assess labor risks, resolving issues effectively.

• Highly collaborative and proactive person, with the ability to prioritize and to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative and business enabler attitude should be able to work and integrate with local and global cross-cultural and cross-functional teams.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and flexibility.

• Highly strong standards of integrity and business ethics; able to build trust with others by acting consistently with organizational expectations

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Specialization or master's degree in Employment Law or Labor Relations is highly desirable.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.