Jr. Legal Counsel

Job Summary

Reporting to the Legal Director, the Legal Counsel will provide business-oriented legal advice, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, support contract management and risk assessment activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple jurisdictions. The position requires strong English communication skills, experience reviewing and negotiating contracts, and the ability to work effectively in a multinational environment. Exposure to U.S. legal concepts, procurement support, compliance initiatives, and process improvement projects is highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for a bilingual legal professional looking to expand their experience within a global medical device company while working closely with international legal teams on diverse commercial and corporate matters.

Legal Counsel

This position requires on-site attendance three days per week at our office in Midtown-Providencia, GDL, Jal.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly collaborative Jr. Legal Counsel to serve as a key member of Insulet Mexico’s Legal team at the company’s Guadalajara Office. This role reports to Mexico’s Legal Director.

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of partnering with business clients in an in-house setting, strong legal and business judgment, and the ability to balance the need to limit company risk as we grow together. He or she must be comfortable operating in a multinational environment, able to work independently but collaboratively, providing legal advice and guidance related to a wide range of commercial contracts. The role will also support other business needs and large-scale special projects, as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Advisory. Provide solutions and business-oriented legal advice, supporting multiple functional areas in the Company.

• Contract Management. Assist the Procurement Team with various activities, including detailed drafting and reviewing of contracts, MSAs, SLAs, SOWs, NDAs, and customer RFPs, and advising on negotiations with vendors and partners.

• Maintain, organize, and track contract databases and legal agreements, ensuring proper execution, renewal, and compliance with internal policies.

• Risk Assessment. Identify contract terms and conditions, risk factors, and non-standard terms using AI tools to increase efficiency and expand team capacity.

• Process Improvement. Work with colleagues to continuously improve contract structure and processes, as well as implementation and adherence to best practices within both the Legal department and the Company, providing guidance and informal training to Procurement teams on contractual obligations and operational processes.

• Policy Implementation. Assist in drafting or updating internal policies, procedures, and compliance programs to ensure alignment with our corporate governance standards.

• Miscellaneous. Collaborate with legal teams in other jurisdictions on cross-border transactions, assignments, or regulatory matters.

• Support the Legal Director with cross-functional and cross-border legal projects.

Education and Experience

• Law degree (Licenciatura en Derecho) from a recognized Mexican university.

• Licensed attorney (cédula profesional) required.

• 2–4 years of broad-based legal experience as a trainee and/or Jr. Attorney with exposure to commercial contracting and transactional work.

• Prior experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or multinational company strongly preferred.

• Full professional proficiency in English is mandatory (written and spoken), with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts in English.

• Exposure to U.S. law, contract terminology, and experience working with U.S.-based legal teams or clients is a significant advantage.

• Familiarity with Mexican Labor Law and litigation procedures is a plus.

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and build effective relationships across functions.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the highest standards of integrity and good judgment.

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook) and familiar with AI tools.

• Occasional travel may be required as part of exposure to global teams and cross-border experience.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

• The opportunity to be part of a company dedicated to improving the lives of people with diabetes, where your legal expertise supports meaningful impact.

• Exposure to varied legal work across labor, commercial, and corporate matters, with opportunities to expand your skills.

• A collaborative and inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives.

• Continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development from an experienced global legal team invested in your growth.

• A role with purpose, career progression, and the chance to make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.