October 31, 2024

Expeditors

Mérida

OTHER

Commercial Contracts Attorney for Labor and Employment in Mexico City, Mexico

Company Description
“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” - Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.
Organic Growth – Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago.

18,000 trained professionals
250+ locations worldwide
Fortune 500
Globally unified systems

Join Us!
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is seeking an experienced attorney specializing in international employment and labor law. The position will be located onsite at our Bellevue, Washington office or in a major U.S. city where we operate.

Job Description
The Commercial Contracts Attorney will join a world-class legal department and devote time to a wide variety of labour and employment legal matters, primarily in the Asia Pacific and MAIR regions.
Primary responsibilities include:

Supporting and advising business teams, including executives, managers, employee relations, information services, and operations regarding compliance with existing and forthcoming labor and employment laws and regulations.
Advising on issues such as discipline, non-competition, redundancies, leave, disability, contingent workers, equity, contractor management, occupational health and safety, anti-discrimination, wage and hour, and union/labor relations
Drafting service provider, commission, non-compete, handbooks and policies, employment, and settlement agreements
Conducting internal investigations
Managing litigation, outside counsel, and budgets
Travel: Expected 5% to 15%; Valid passport/authorized to travel internationally

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate, Bachelor of Laws, or equivalent degree in Laws
Licensed/authorized to practice law in Mexico or any jurisdiction within The Americas and in good standing
At least 5 years of experience in a top law firm preferred
In-house experience working in the law department of a Fortune 500 company highly desirable, but not required
Strong knowledge of, and practical experience advising on labor and employment laws and regulations
Practical experience working with trade unions preferred
The ability to identify, analyze, assess, and communicate legal risks to enable internal clients to make quality, risk-adjusted business decisions.
Strong analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent business judgment and ability to work independently
Fluent oral and written English required. Fluency in additional languages an asset

Additional Information
Benefits:

Paid Vacation
Paid Holiday
Paid Sick Time
Medical Insurance
Training and Education Program

We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the company.