Overview
Orbia Advance Corporation is a Purpose-led company with big aspirations. We are out to advance life around the world while maximizing value to our shareholders, customers and employees. The Company is passionate about the topics that define how people will live and thrive tomorrow : the future of cities, buildings, agriculture, and materials. Orbia Advance Corporation has five business groups which offer innovative solutions across multiple industries including building and infrastructure, data communications, chemicals and more. In 2018, Orbia Advance Corporation bought a majority stake in Israeli-based Netafim, the world’s leader in drip irrigation, and is helping the world ‘grow more with less’ as it helps to solve food and water scarcity. Orbia Advance Corporation has operations in 41 countries with more than 22,000 employees.
We started as a producer of commodities and have evolved to become a provider of innovative solutions that address the global issues of rapid urbanization, water and food scarcity, and a growing and aging population. We’re already a global leader in Polymers, Fluor, Building & Infrastructure, Datacom, and Precision Irrigation. We have embarked on a CEO-led transformation, as part of our journey to become a truly purpose-led, future fit company.
Associate General Counsel , Global Functions , is looking for an Associate General Counsel to be based at San Luis Potosi, Mexico !
Main Responsibilities
- This position must identify, prioritize, and manage risks on the basis of a deep understanding of the F&EM business, working with business clients to solve business problems in accordance with the highest standards of ethics and compliance.
- Serve as a key member of the M&CI business unit leadership team, as well as the Mining Leadership Team. Form productive professional relationships with fellow business leaders and contribute to the business’s important decisions.
- Regularly update F&EM General Counsel, as well as senior leadership. Be able to communicate and explain complex and sensitive topics cogently and clearly.
- Supervise and manage other attorneys (external and internal) in direct and matrixed relationships on projects for the F&EM business, and manage the legal budget efficiently.
- Support dispute resolution and litigation strategy in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
- Advise on transactions, reorganizations, and M&A activity relevant to the F&EM business in Mexico.
- Proactively understand and engage as necessary and appropriate the various constituencies affecting the operations of the M&CI business unit, including government agencies, community groups, labor organizations and other stakeholders, and stay abreast of legal / political developments affecting operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Law Degree and license to practice in MexicoSpanish – FluentMinimum 12 years of post-qualification legal experience in Mexico, ideally having worked at a law firm and in-houseExperience working with and supporting regional / business unit leaders. Ability to form productive professional relationships with internal clients and crucial external relationships of the business.Experience Required
The ability to quickly understand business objectives, identify important risk issues, and manage legal department activity to achieve the business goals.Ability to work well with people at all levels of a business, from the field to the executive suite.Strong background in corporate and commercial law, ideally with mining or industrial sectorsExperience working with complex, regulated industrial companies, ideally headquartered in USASkilled in managing litigation, regulatory matters (environmental and water regulation is helpful), and high-stakes negotiationsBehaviors that can help you succeed at Orbia
Develop yourself & Others.Drive ResultsProvide Vision & DirectionRelocation Sponsorship
Orbia will support national relocation
Our Global brands : Dura-Line, Koura Global, Vestolit, Netafim, Alphagary, Wavin.
They offer a broad range of value added solutions and finished products that contribute to customers’ success and ultimate improve the quality of life for people around the world. Along its commitment to good citizenship, Orbia Advance Corporation delivers Total Value to customers, employees and investors worldwide, every day.
Time Zone : Central Standard Time
Business Unit : Not Applicable (BU_FE_89)
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