About this role
Job Description
We are looking for a lawyer with a strong track record in corporate legal advisory and compliance to lead the Legal and Compliance function in Colombia and serve as the local point of contact for the Global Legal & Compliance Department.
Requirements
- Law degree and a valid license to practice law in Colombia.
• A postgraduate degree or master’s degree in Corporate Law, Compliance, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 10 years of legal experience, including relevant experience in regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge and experience in SARLAFT, PTEE, and AML/CFT matters.
• In-house experience, as well as experience leading or coordinating legal teams, will be highly valued.
• Experience in corporate, commercial and/or regulatory matters.
• Advanced written and spoken English.
Functions
- Provide comprehensive legal advice on corporate, commercial, employment, contractual, regulatory, and litigation matters.
• Lead the monitoring, updating, and review of the Firm’s Compliance policies and procedures.
• Review and negotiate commercial agreements, lease agreements, and supplier contracts.
• Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of SARLAFT and oversee the PTEE.
• Manage KYC processes, conflicts of interest, and compliance risks.
• Design and deliver compliance and professional ethics training initiatives.
• Serve as the key point of contact for partners, regulatory authorities, and the Global Legal & Compliance Department.
We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, sound legal judgment, a comprehensive business perspective, autonomy, and the ability to thrive in a highly demanding professional environment.
Are you ready to take on the challenge of leading the Legal & Compliance function in Colombia within a firm with a global presence?
Apply now!
We offer
Career development opportunities in an expanding law firm.
At Pérez-Llorca, we advocate for equal opportunities for all candidates applying to our job openings, regardless of sex, race, age, nationality, marital status, political or religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or personal/family circumstances. We support talent without labels and are committed to creating stable and high-quality employment without bias in our selection processes.
Location
Bogotá, Medellín
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