Introduction
At IBM Legal, Regulatory Affairs & General Counsel, we provide the guidance and oversight that enable IBM to innovate responsibly and operate with integrity. Our teams manage complex legal, regulatory, and compliance matters across the globe. Ensuring trust with clients, partners, and communities. Working in Legal and Regulatory Affairs means tackling diverse challenges, from intellectual property and data privacy to corporate governance and ethical business practices. You’ll collaborate with colleagues worldwide to protect IBM’s interests while supporting growth and innovation. With continuous learning, global exposure, and opportunities to shape the future of technology through law and policy, IBM offers a unique environment to build your career while making a meaningful impact.
Your Role And Responsibilities
As a Senior Lawyer focused in Public Sector, you will play a strategic role in advising and supporting complex legal matters involving government entities, state-owned companies, and regulatory authorities. You will act as a trusted legal partner to the business and internal stakeholders, contributing to high-impact decisions that shape public policies, large-scale projects, relevant deals and regulatory strategies.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
Providing strategic legal advice on public law matters, including administrative law, regulatory law, public procurement, concessions, PPPs, and government contracts;
Leading the legal structuring, negotiation, and execution of contracts with public entities at federal, state, and municipal levels;
Managing matters involving public authorities, courts of accounts, regulatory agencies, and public prosecutors;
Monitoring and interpreting legislative and regulatory developments, assessing risks and opportunities for the business;
Supporting compliance, ethics, and integrity programs related to public sector interactions;
Contributing to the development of best legal practices within the team;
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
Law degree from a recognized Brazilian university.
Active OAB registration.
Minimum of 8–10 years of professional experience in public sector law.
Solid background in administrative law and public contracts and deep knowledge of Brazilian administrative law, public procurement (Law nº14.133/2021), Law nº 13.303/2016, concessions, and PPP frameworks.
Experience with government bidding processes, contract drafting and negotiation, amendments, and dispute resolution.
Familiarity with regulatory agencies and sector-specific regulations.
Strong experience in legal opinions, memos and strategic advisory.
Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, business-oriented recommendations.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, complex environment.
High ethical standards, sound judgment, and a collaborative mindset.
Fluency in Portuguese and English (written and spoken).
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
Experience in highly regulated industries (specially technology).
Previous experience in a large law firm or multinational company.
Postgraduate degree or specialization in Public Law, Administrative Law, or Regulatory Law.
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