Legal Affairs Manager

Vintti is a staffing agency that leverages the geographical advantage of Latin America to benefit US businesses. We connect companies with professionals who work in time zones closely aligned with or identical to US hours, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration. This synchronicity allows for real-time interaction, enhancing productivity and eliminating the delays often associated with offshore staffing.

A Legal Affairs Manager oversees and directs a company's legal strategies, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while mitigating legal risks. This role involves managing the legal team, advising senior management on legal matters, and handling contracts, litigation, intellectual property, and other legal issues. The Legal Affairs Manager collaborates with various departments to provide legal guidance and support organizational goals, ensuring that all corporate activities adhere to local and international legal standards. Effective communication, strong analytical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks are essential for success in this position.

- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in corporate law, preferably within a similar industry
- Proven experience in drafting and negotiating contracts, agreements, and legal documents
- Strong knowledge of statutory and regulatory compliance requirements
- Experience managing litigation, disputes, and negotiations
- Excellent legal research and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to provide sound legal advice to senior management and various departments
- Experience liaising with external legal counsel and managing relationships
- In-depth understanding of intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement internal legal policies and procedures
- Proven track record in managing legal risks and ensuring alignment with strategic goals
- Familiarity with merger and acquisition processes and corporate transactions
- Ability to prepare comprehensive reports and summaries for senior management
- Experience in training staff on legal and compliance issues
- Excellent organizational and recordkeeping skills
- Ability to assess and advise on business risks and liabilities
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex legal issues efficiently
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and industry trends

- Review and draft legal documents, contracts, and agreements
- Provide legal counsel to the executive team and various departments
- Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Manage and oversee litigation, disputes, and negotiations
- Conduct legal research to support decision-making and policy development
- Liaise with external legal counsel and manage relationships
- Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks
- Represent the organization in legal proceedings, hearings, and meetings
- Advise on intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance matters
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment on legal strategies and initiatives
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and industry trends
- Prepare reports and summaries on legal matters for senior management
- Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions
- Train staff on legal topics and compliance issues
- Support contract negotiation and procurement processes
- Maintain accurate legal records and documentation
- Assess and advise on potential business risks and liabilities
- Develop strategies to handle complex legal issues efficiently
- Ensure the organization's legal activities align with its strategic goals and objectives
- Draft and review board resolutions and maintain corporate records

The ideal candidate for the role of Legal Affairs Manager will possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction, coupled with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in corporate law within a similar industry. They will have a proven track record in drafting and negotiating contracts, agreements, and legal documents, as well as managing litigation, disputes, and negotiations with strong legal research and analytical skills. This candidate will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of statutory and regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance. They will be adept at providing sound legal advice to senior management and various departments, and they will have experience liaising with external legal counsel and maintaining those relationships effectively. The successful candidate will also have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to train staff, prepare comprehensive reports for senior management, and coordinate departmental alignment on legal strategies. They will be strategic and proactive, with a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and professionalism. Furthermore, this candidate will excel in handling complex legal issues, managing multiple tasks under pressure, and adapting to changing priorities. With strong leadership, team management abilities, and a client-focused mindset, the ideal candidate will bring a resilient, innovative, and forward-thinking approach to the legal affairs of the organization, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals and long-term vision. Their ability to handle high-pressure situations diplomatically and to oversee large-scale legal initiatives efficiently marks them as the perfect fit for this role.

- Review and draft legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
- Provide legal counsel to the executive team and various departments.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Manage and oversee litigation, disputes, and negotiations.
- Conduct legal research to support decision-making and policy development.
- Liaise with external legal counsel and manage relationships.
- Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
- Represent the organization in legal proceedings, hearings, and meetings.
- Advise on intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance matters.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure alignment on legal strategies and initiatives.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and industry trends.
- Prepare reports and summaries on legal matters for senior management.
- Assist in mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
- Train staff on legal topics and compliance issues.
- Support contract negotiation and procurement processes.
- Maintain accurate legal records and documentation.
- Assess and advise on potential business risks and liabilities.
- Develop strategies to handle complex legal issues efficiently.
- Ensure the organization's legal activities align with its strategic goals and objectives.
- Draft and review board resolutions and maintain corporate records.

- Strong ethical foundation and integrity
- Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strategic mindset with a focus on long-term impacts
- Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships with stakeholders
- Resilient and able to handle high-pressure situations
- Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- High degree of professionalism and confidentiality
- Adaptability and flexibility to manage changing priorities
- Analytical mindset with strong decision-making capabilities
- Diplomatic and tactful in negotiations and conflict resolution
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Committed to continuous learning and professional development
- Client-focused with a service orientation
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
- Innovative and forward-thinking approach to legal challenges
- Ability to interpret and apply complex legal concepts clearly
- Strong project management skills and the ability to oversee large-scale initiatives
- High degree of cultural competence and ability to work in diverse environments

- Competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement savings plan with company matching
- Paid time off (PTO) including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Flexible work schedule and remote work options
- Employee wellness programs and gym membership discounts
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and counseling services
- Life and disability insurance coverage
- Legal assistance and identity theft protection services
- Performance-based bonuses and incentives
- Stock options or equity participation plans
- Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities
- Supportive and inclusive work culture
- Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development
- Childcare assistance and parental leave policies
- Subsidized commuting or transportation allowances
- Access to a robust employee resource network and mentorship programs