Manager, Legal

MANAGER LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
Location: Mexico City (on-site)

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a Manager Legal & Compliance supporting Alcon's Legal & Compliance function, you will be trusted to provide legal and strategic guidance across a wide array of legal matters and compliance activities impacting our business in Mexico.

IN THIS ROLE, A TYPICAL DAY WILL INCLUDE:

- Providing strategic legal advice and ensuring legal sufficiency of business matters in Mexico, including contracts, litigation, labor, and compliance.
- Drafting and negotiating a wide range of agreements (e.g., services, consultancy, purchasing, employment, distribution, consignment, and equipment financing).
- Representing Alcon Legal to external stakeholders including government entities, unions, and industry associations.
- Supporting spin-offs, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), and managing related legal risk and documentation.
- Monitoring legal developments and educating the business on risks, trends, and regulatory changes.
- Managing external counsel and ensuring adherence to the Alcon Outside Counsel Policy.
- Leading internal legal housekeeping and compliance documentation (e.g., minutes, policies, board documentation).
- Collaborating with the Head of Legal & Compliance Mexico on compliance programs, investigations, training, and policy enforcement.
- Reviewing and approving public tender documentation and promotional materials.
- Monitoring the contract management system and contributing to internal/external audit processes.
- Leading payment processes for Legal and Compliance vendors.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
Minimum Requirements
- Law degree and licensed to practice in Mexico.
- 4+ years of experience as an in-house lawyer.
- Advanced English language skills (written and verbal).
- Demonstrated experience in compliance-related matters.

Additional Qualifications
- Knowledge of regulatory matters (COFEPRIS) and competition law (COFECE).
- If not from pharma, then from another regulated and/or multinational company.
- Experience managing various stakeholders.
- Background in consumer law.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure.
- Familiarity with tools such as Icertis/Upside contract management systems.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Be part of a global company dedicated to innovation and growth in eye care.

Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.