Job description
Position: Transactional Attorney
Location: Chile (Remote)
Compensation: This is a part time role paid hourly.
Recruitment Partner: Riderflex
Attorney – Equipment Industry (Chile / Remote)
Location: Remote (Based in Chile)
Our Client is a premier legal firm specializing in the equipment industry, dedicated to supporting manufacturers, dealers, lessors, and other stakeholders involved in the buying, selling, leasing, and financing of equipment. With deep expertise in navigating complex transactions, safeguarding legal interests, and resolving disputes effectively, we focus on contracts, compliance, risk management, and litigation.
They are expanding globally and are seeking a dedicated, experienced Attorney based in Chile to join our growing team remotely. This is a unique opportunity to work with a U.S.-based legal team at the forefront of the equipment industry. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in transactional law and a solid understanding of Chilean national tax compliance and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Transactional Legal Support: Provide legal counsel on international and domestic equipment transactions, including buying, selling, leasing, and financing.
Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with attention to both U.S. and Chilean legal standards.
Compliance & Tax Oversight: Advise on compliance with local regulations and ensure alignment with Chilean tax law and financial reporting requirements.
Dispute Resolution: Assist in resolving legal disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation support, collaborating with JWL’s U.S.-based litigation team when necessary.
Client Engagement: Act as a trusted legal advisor to clients, understanding their commercial goals and delivering practical, business-oriented legal solutions.
Industry Awareness: Stay informed on developments in the equipment and construction sectors and Chilean regulatory updates impacting clients.
Qualifications
Education: JD or equivalent legal degree from an accredited law school.
Licensure: Licensed to practice law in Chile.
Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in transactional law, preferably in the equipment, construction, or industrial sectors.
Language: Fluency in both Spanish and English (written and verbal) is required.
Skills & Attributes
Advanced skills in contract drafting and negotiation
In-depth knowledge of Chilean tax and regulatory compliance
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple client projects independently in a remote setting
Collaborative, responsive, and business-minded approach to legal practice
What We Offer
Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in Chile while collaborating with an established U.S. legal team.
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
Professional Development: Opportunities for legal education, industry engagement, and cross-border practice growth.
Impactful Work: Serve major international clients such as HCMA and play a critical role in global equipment transactions.
Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven law firm that recognizes and rewards expertise and initiative.
Equal Opportunity Employer
James Waite Law is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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