JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a lawyer with a strong track record in corporate legal
advisory and compliance to lead the Legal and Compliance function in Colombia
and serve as the local point of contact for the General Legal & Compliance
Department.

REQUIREMENTS

• Law degree and a valid license to practice law in Colombia.
• A postgraduate degree or master’s degree in Corporate Law, Compliance, or a
related field is preferred.
• At least 10 years of legal experience, including relevant experience in
regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge and experience in SARLAFT, PTEE, and AML/CFT matters.
• In-house experience, as well as experience leading or coordinating legal
teams, will be highly valued.
• Experience in corporate, commercial and/or regulatory matters.
• Advanced written and spoken English.

FUNCTIONS

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on corporate, commercial, employment,
contractual, regulatory, and litigation matters.
• Lead the monitoring, updating, and review of the Firm’s Compliance policies
and procedures.




• Review and negotiate commercial agreements, lease agreements, and supplier
contracts.
• Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of SARLAFT and oversee the
PTEE.
• Manage KYC processes, conflicts of interest, and compliance risks.
• Design and deliver compliance and professional ethics training initiatives.
• Serve as the key point of contact for partners, regulatory authorities, and
the Global Legal & Compliance Department.

We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, sound legal judgment,
a comprehensive business perspective, autonomy, and the ability to thrive in a
highly demanding professional environment.

Are you ready to take on the challenge of leading the Legal & Compliance
function in Colombia within a firm with a global presence?

Apply now

WE OFFER

Career development opportunities in an expanding law firm.
At Pérez-Llorca, we advocate for equal opportunities for all candidates applying
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📌 DIRECTOR OF LEGAL (Bogotá)
🏢 Pérez-Llorca
📍 Bogotá