Senior Legal Counsel

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

                                 

Location: Andares Office

Workplace type: Hybrid

Looking for your next big challenge? Ingredion is hiring a Corporate Counsel to help drive innovation and integrity across our global operations

As a Corporate Counsel you will support the company’s operations in Mexico and Latin America, providing strategic legal advice on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in corporate law, contract negotiation, and risk management, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, multinational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support on corporate governance, entity management, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, supply agreements, service contracts, and licensing agreements.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and mitigation strategies related to business operations.
• Ensure compliance with local and international laws, including anti-corruption, data privacy, and labor regulations.
• Collaborate with external counsel as needed and manage legal budgets effectively.
• Conduct legal training and awareness sessions for internal teams.

Your profile needs these qualifications:

• Law degree from a recognized university; admission to practice law in Mexico required.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate law, preferably in a multinational company or top-tier law firm.
• Strong knowledge of Mexican corporate and commercial law; familiarity with international legal frameworks is a plus.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills in both English and Spanish.
• High ethical standards, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• English advanced

You’ll need these skills to be successful.

• Experience in the manufacturing, or technology sectors.
• Exposure to compliance programs and internal investigations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Why Join Ingredion? 

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success like
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being

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Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

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