Junior Lawyer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:
Junior Lawyer for a generalist role covering the Latin America region, with broad exposure to contracts, corporate law, labor law, civil and labor litigation, regulatory matters, and data protection, as well as support for administrative activities.

Responsibilities:
- Review, draft, and negotiate contracts;
- Support corporate routines (company formation, contractual amendments, minutes, and registrations);
- Assist with advisory and litigation matters in civil and labor law;
- Monitor deadlines and organize procedural workflows;
- Support regulatory and privacy/data protection analyses;
- Manage relationships with partner law firms (outside counsel), including task allocation, scope alignment, deadlines, and quality control;
- Produce clear and precise reports and internal communications;
- Collaborate with internal teams and clients, maintaining a proactive attitude, a sense of priority, and attention to detail.

You can count on us for:
- Learning and growth opportunities.

You should have:
- Law degree, registered with the OAB/SP, with previous experience in contracts and corporate law;
- Excellent writing and communication skills;
- Organization, commitment to deadlines, and willingness for continuous learning;
- Knowledge of labor law will be considered a plus;
- Advanced English, with strong writing and oral communication skills (Spanish will be a plus).

You will receive:
- Competitive salary and benefits package:
- 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations;
- Training platform available to all employees;
- Free wellness sessions (physical and psychological).

Additional information:
- Hybrid work model, 1 to 2 times per week at the São Paulo/SP office.

About us

• This position requires a certain level of integrity, confidentiality, loyalty and trustworthiness as you will have access to Syensqo's most sensitive information or systems in the context of your mission. Please note that the selected person for this position will be required to undergo and meet company standards for vetting verifications and reference checks.
• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.