Sr Legal Counsel (Operations)

AECOM has an immediate opportunity available for a Senior Legal Counsel for employment in Panama City Panama or Colombia
 

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our Latin America legal team. The selected individual will be responsible for providing strategic advice and comprehensive legal support to engineering construction and infrastructure projects across the region ensuring legal and contractual compliance in accordance with international standards and corporate policies.

This role requires a combination of strong legal judgment commercial acumen leadership and the ability to manage multiple disciplines and jurisdictions in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Advise on the structuring negotiation and execution of engineering construction and consulting contracts in various LATAM countries.
• Identify and mitigate legal and contractual risks throughout the different project phases.
• Coordinate and oversee legal matters in collaboration with technical financial and project management teams.
• Manage external legal advisors and represent the companys interests before clients partners and local authorities.
• Ensure alignment with global policies and ethical and compliance standards.
• Draft and review contractual documentation in English Spanish and Portuguese.
• Actively participate in internal decision-making and legal approval processes.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Law degree with a valid license to practice in the country of residence with 6 YORE or demonstrated equivalence of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate commercial and/or contract law within the construction engineering or infrastructure sectors.
• Languages: Spanish English and Portuguese (fluency in all three spoken and written).
• International Experience: Preferably with companies headquartered or based in the United States familiar with U.S. corporate culture and compliance standards.
• Skills: Strong leadership and decision-making abilities Clear effective and strategic communication with multicultural teams High capacity to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities Excellent negotiation and legal drafting skills Proficiency in corporate IT and collaboration tools.

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time