Legal Counsel Manager Mexico

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion.  Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise. 

As the Legal Counsel Manager for CEVA Mexico, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the company's legal strategy within a dynamic, fast-evolving logistics environment. Situated in Mexico City, you will be at the heart of a global leader committed to operational excellence, ethical practices, and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide timely, pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders, ensuring all guidance supports CEVA Mexico's business objectives while fully complying with applicable laws and corporate policies.
• Review, negotiate, and approve comprehensive contracts involving clients, suppliers, and partners, balancing legal safeguards with commercial priorities to mitigate risks and support business growth.
• Ensure strict adherence to corporate governance best practices, which include managing powers of attorney, accurately documenting minutes of meetings, and overseeing corporate entity maintenance.
• Proactively identify and manage potential legal risks across the organisation, taking a hands-on role in labour and commercial litigation management, in collaboration with external legal counsel as necessary.
• Support strategic business initiatives by offering preventative legal counsel designed to minimise future exposure and foster sustainable development.
• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to integrate legal frameworks into operational workflows and corporate strategies, bolstering compliance and informed decision-making.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant statutory and regulatory changes affecting CEVA Mexico's operations to anticipate and manage emerging legal challenges effectively.
• Lead and design training sessions to elevate employees' awareness of legal and compliance responsibilities, strengthening a culture centred on integrity, accountability, and risk mitigation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A law degree from a recognised university is essential.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible experience specialising in commercial and corporate law, ideally within complex and fast-paced business environments.
• Demonstrated ability in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts, coupled with a robust understanding of corporate governance frameworks and business advisory expertise.
• Proven track record managing labour and commercial litigation effectively, ensuring favourable outcomes aligned with organisational goals.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written, essential for communication within an international business context.
• A strategic thinker with excellent negotiation skills, adept at delivering practical, solution-focused legal guidance under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to foster collaboration and build trusted relationships across diverse teams.

Why Join CEVA Mexico?

CEVA Mexico. offers a unique opportunity to thrive at the intersection of law and global logistics. You will contribute to a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous professional development. Our organisation champions ethical business conduct, innovation, and a supportive culture that encourages individuals to take ownership, collaborate, and grow their careers.

By joining CEVA Mexico as Legal Counsel Manager, you will make a tangible difference by shaping the legal landscape supporting major business decisions, impacting both local and international operations. You'll engage with a diverse, talented team driven to excel together and deliver excellence globally.

If you are committed to legal excellence and are excited about influencing a leading multinational company's journey, we invite you to apply and bring your expertise and enthusiasm to CEVA Mexico.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation. 

Please note:  Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.