Senior Director, Legal

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Legal Director to join our team in Mexico City. The successful candidate will oversee all legal matters in Mexico, provide strategic legal guidance to senior leadership, and ensure compliance with local, regional, and international regulations. This role requires deep expertise in the logistics and/or transportation industries and the ability to operate in a bilingual (English/Spanish) environment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide specialized legal advice to senior management on local and international regulations in the port and logistics sector to business units
• Ensure compliance with industry and business laws, regulations, and standards in all operations
• Act as company secretary, ensuring compliance with corporate governance, including managing the company's legal reports to shareholders, partners, external auditors, DP World Americas, and DP World headquarters
• Develop and implement corporate governance policies to ensure transparency and accountability
• Act as a liaison with government agencies and industry associations to promote favorable policies

LEGAL COMPLIANCE

• Serve as the primary legal advisor for Mexico, providing strategic counsel on business operations, contracts, compliance, and corporate governance
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including transportation, logistics, procurement, and service contracts
• Monitor regulatory changes in Mexico and ensure business operations remain compliant with applicable laws
• Responsibility for corporate governance and entity compliance
• Oversee dispute resolution, litigation, and external counsel management
• Partner with leadership to support strategic initiatives, M&A activities, and risk management efforts
• Develop and implement compliance frameworks, policies, and employee training programs
• Ensure alignment of local legal practices with global corporate standards

GENERAL

• Manage the budget for external legal advice in terms of time, quality, and service
• As a member of DP World Mexico's senior management team, support business plans and budget processes
• Comply with company rules, procedures, policies, and regulations
• Observe and apply safety and environmental standards within the area under your responsibility
• Perform and complete scheduled and unscheduled tasks
• Comply with the Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy
• Comply with the channels for reporting irregularities

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho) from a recognized Mexican university
• Valid Cédula Professional
• 10+ years of Legal experience with a strong background in the logistics or transportation sector
• Proven track record in managing corporate, commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters in Mexico
• Experience working in multinational corporations or advising them through top-tier law firms
• Strong negotiation, drafting, and advisory skills
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (spoken and written)
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
• High ethical standards and a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Additional international legal qualifications (e.g., LL.M.) are a plus

ABOUT DP WORLD

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world's trade flow better, changing what's possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. 

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that's fit for the future. 

We're rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we're at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what's possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

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