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Legal Expert for North America

Coficab seeks an experienced legal expert to oversee legal functions in North America.

The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive legal guidance, ensuring compliance with regional laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks, and supporting business operations and strategic initiatives.

• Key Responsibilities :
• Corporate Governance :
• Perform company secretarial activities and keep accurate records of official documents.
• Mergers & Acquisitions :
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for acquisitions, mergers, and joint ventures.
• Draft, negotiate, and review agreements to align with objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of transactions.
• Labor & Employment Law :
• Provide guidance on employment-related legal issues, including hiring practices, workplace policies, data privacy, discrimination claims, and termination procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regional labor laws and workplace safety regulations.
• Support HR teams and act as local point of contact for the Corporate Labor Law Manager in developing employee contracts, benefits programs, and labor dispute resolutions.
• Real Estate & Construction :
• Oversee legal matters related to real estate transactions, lease agreements, and property acquisitions.
• Provide legal advice on construction contracts and related regulatory requirements.
• Sales, Supply Chain & Distribution :
• Draft and negotiate sales, supply chain, and distribution agreements to protect interests.
• Provide risk assessment and mitigation strategies to ensure smooth operations and reduce litigation.
• Address disputes or breaches of contract efficiently and strategically.
• Procurement & Contract Management :
• Review, negotiate, and oversee procurement contracts to ensure legal compliance and alignment with business objectives.
• Establish robust contract management procedures to track obligations and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to optimize contract terms and supplier relationships.
• Regulatory & Government Relations Compliance :
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations affecting operations in North America.
• Develop and implement compliance programs, training, and policies to mitigate legal risks.
• Provide legal support on relations with local and federal administration bodies and reputational risk management.
• Litigation & Claims Management :
• Manage and oversee litigation and dispute resolution processes, including negotiations and court proceedings.
• Work with external counsel when necessary to defend interests.
• Maintain records and analyze legal trends to prevent future liabilities.
• Insurance & Risk Management :
• Evaluate legal risks associated with operations and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee insurance policies and claims, ensuring adequate coverage for business activities.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing policies to ensure risk management best practices.
• Strategic Legal Matters :
• Advise on corporate governance, antitrust matters, and compliance with competition laws.
• Provide support on intellectual property protection and trademark management.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic business initiatives.
• International Trade (IMMEX) & Tax Compliance :
• Ensure compliance with import / export regulations, trade laws, and international agreements.
• Support finance and tax teams in navigating tax laws, customs duties, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide legal oversight for IMMEX and related trade operations.