Lead Counsel, Latin America

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About the Role

The Lead Counsel LATAM serves as Takeda’s senior legal partner for the Latin America cluster, overseeing legal support across Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia and leading a team of in‑market lawyers who operate in highly varied legal, regulatory, and commercial environments. The role provides clear, business‑aligned legal guidance that enables confident decision‑making across three countries with differing healthcare systems, compliance expectations, and levels of market maturity.

This position is responsible for ensuring consistent legal standards across the region while tailoring advice to local needs, balancing complexity, risk, and business priorities. The Lead Counsel guides and develops local counsel, fosters strong collaboration across countries, and drives cohesive ways of working that strengthen Takeda’s legal capability and regional execution. The role requires the ability to navigate cross‑border issues, an...