Sr. Commercial Legal Counsel
Sr. Commercial Legal Counsel at Vertiv — Mexico City, Mexico
- Company: Vertiv
- Location: Mexico City, Mexico
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Salary: USD 130–257000 / year
- Posted: 2026-06-17
About this role
Job Description
The Senior Legal Counsel provides comprehensive in-house legal support to Vertiv’s business operations in Mexico, with additional regional support for Colombia and Central America, reporting directly to the Legal Director of LATAM. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders to deliver practical, business oriented legal advice across a broad range of corporate, commercial, and compliance matters.
This position is suited for a legal professional who has recently transitioned into a senior-level role and is continuing to develop depth, judgment, and regional exposure while operating with increasing autonomy. The Senior Legal Counsel supports the business by identifying legal risks early, facilitating commercially sound decisions, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, internal policies, and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day‑to‑day legal advice to business, commercial, operations, human resources, finance, and procurement teams in Mexico, with regional support for Colombia and Central America.
Advise on a broad range of legal matters, including:
Corporate and commercial law
Real estate and leasing matters
Employment and labor law (individual and collective matters)
Compliance and corporate governance
Data privacy and data protection
Intellectual property and risk management
Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret a wide range of agreements, including:
Sales and service agreements
Procurement and supply agreements
Non‑disclosure agreements
Consulting and professional services agreements
Distribution, reseller, and partner agreements
Education & Certifications
Law degree with valid license to practice law in Mexico.
Strong command of English (written and spoken) is required.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a highly rated law firm or corporate environment as a Sr. Lawyer
5-7 years of experience in total
Legal Business Partner mindset
Hands-on, well-versed and collaborative professional
Able to navigate in highly matrixed and fast-paced Organizations
Travel Requirements
25% of the time, national and international
US VISA is required
About The Team
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.