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POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Contracts Legal Counsel to join our offices in Panama City, Panama.

CONTRACTS LEGAL COUNSEL – JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Responsible for reviewing, negotiating, structuring, and administering contractual documents that establish business relationships with customers and/or partners, including vendor/procurement contracts and sales contracts. Works cross-functionally to structure and manage the contracting process, advising the organization on contractual rights, obligations, and interpretation of terms and conditions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Analyze, develop, and administer contractual documents to ensure compliance with company policy, legal and regulatory requirements, and internal specifications.
  • Provide contractual and commercial expertise, guidance, and support in contract development and negotiation, including risk assessment and alternative positions.
  • Advise on and approve amendments, extensions, and changes to contractual and commercial terms.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on contractual rights and obligations.
  • Coordinate internal resources to complete contract documentation efficiently.
  • Provide after-sales support across LATAM to ensure effective contract execution.
  • Proactively contribute ideas to improve efficiency and effectiveness in contracting processes.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

  • In-depth disciplinary knowledge, particularly in procurement and vendor agreements.
  • Strong business acumen and subject matter expertise, providing guidance and delivery support.
  • Contribution to the development of new techniques and approaches within area of expertise.
  • Thorough understanding of One Identity’s goals, business priorities, strategy, and direction.
  • Solid understanding of customer requirements and competitor practices.
  • Ability to manage projects and program execution.

PROBLEM SOLVING

  • Works on abstract and complex problems involving intangible variables.
  • Integrates trends, data, and insights into recommendations and deliverables.
  • Develops innovative solutions that improve business performance and support strategic objectives.
  • Conducts opportunity and risk analyses, cost/benefit assessments, and anticipates operational or implementation issues.
  • Adapts projects and methods based on business partner feedback.

GUIDANCE & LEADERSHIP

  • Work guided by business plans and functional objectives.
  • Actively participates in setting objectives and escalates business risks appropriately.
  • Influences others through professional and technical expertise.
  • Manages critical projects and customer or vendor engagements.
  • Allocates work and mentors others as needed.

RELATIONSHIPS & COMMUNICATION

  • Delivers results while contributing to planning within the function.
  • Provides thought leadership and expert guidance within the legal and contracting domain.
  • Works across the organization to secure resources and meet project timelines.
  • Adapts communication style for diverse internal and external audiences.
  • Negotiates mutually acceptable solutions based on facts and analysis.
  • Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers and vendors at mid to senior management levels.

JOB DUTIES

  • Participate on negotiating teams for moderate-complexity contracts.
  • Handle after-sales coordination to ensure effective contract execution.
  • Lead regional functional teams on projects impacting the contracting process; support global initiatives.
  • Manage multiple contracts and projects with varying deadlines.
  • Serve as lead negotiator, drafter, or contract manager for medium-complexity agreements.
  • Support regional and multinational contracts.
  • Interface with customers and vendors at mid-management levels.

Requisitos

JOB SCOPE DIFFERENTIATORS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law (required)
  • Master’s degree (LLM, Contract Law, Business Law, International Law, or related) strongly preferred
  • 8+ years of relevant experience
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong proficiency with legal and contract management tools
  • Advanced negotiation and contract drafting skills
  • Strategic mindset and functional leadership capability
  • Strong business and financial acumen
  • Results-oriented, customer-focused, detail-driven
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and complexity
  • Takes initiative and demonstrates conceptual thinking

Beneficios

  • Competitive market salary
  • 13th-month salary paid in accordance with local law
  • Life insurance (equivalent to 36 months of base monthly salary)
  • Private health insurance with Palig (Pan-American Life Insurance)
  • Dental plan (Sigma Dental)
  • Vision reimbursement (USD $100 annually)
  • Remote Work Program: FLEX subsidy of USD $50/month for internet/electricity
  • Bonus Program (BP) based on hierarchical level (annual)

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