Sr. Corporate Counsel

Get to know The Pokémon Company International The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.  Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com. Note: Please include an English version of your resume with your application Get to know the role Job Title: Sr. Corporate Counsel Job Summary:  The Senior Legal Counsel for Mexico and Latin America provides broad legal support across commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters, serving as the primary legal point of contact and support for The Pokémon Company International’s (TPCi) business in the region, while operating within TPCi’s governance frameworks and policies. This role functions as embedded subsidiary counsel with a high degree of independent judgment, coordinating closely with TPCi Legal, business leaders and local external counsel as appropriate. FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt People Manager: No   What you'll do Legal Advisory & Transactional Support Provide front‑line legal advice and guidance to business stakeholders in support of day‑to‑day operations and strategic initiatives in Mexico and Latin America. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including commercial contracts, leases, sales, marketing and licensing agreements, vendor agreements, and other transactional documents. Advise on legal risk, contract interpretation, and practical solutions aligned with business objectives and TPCi risk tolerance. Subsidiary Legal Ownership & Triage Act as the primary legal point of contact for the Mexico subsidiary, independently triaging legal matters and determining appropriate resolution or escalation to TPCi Legal. Coordinate closely with attorneys at TPCi headquarters to ensure alignment with company‑wide legal standards, playbooks, and policies. Exercise sound judgment to address local legal issues within established frameworks, escalating novel, high‑risk, or strategic matters when appropriate. Litigation, Compliance & Regulatory Matters Manage and coordinate litigation, disputes, and regulatory matters affecting the Mexico subsidiary and TPCi’s Latin American business, including overseeing and interfacing with outside counsel. Support compliance with applicable local laws and regulations, including identifying gaps, monitoring developments, and recommending or implementing best practices and practical solutions. Research and interpret existing and evolving laws and regulations impacting the subsidiary and jurisdictions in the Latin America region advise stakeholders on associated risks and obligations. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner with internal commercial and operations teams to provide t...