José Eduardo de Souza Resende
@joseduardodesouzares
Experienced international legal counsel specializing in LATAM employment law.
BrazilWhat I'm looking for
I am a qualified lawyer with over 15 years of international legal experience, focusing on employment, compliance, contract negotiation, and legal operations. My expertise lies in LATAM labor law, entity formation, and providing multi-jurisdictional advisory services. I have successfully redlined agreements across more than 90 jurisdictions and built legal operations from the ground up, including developing AI-driven contract automation tools.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a passion for scalable legal technology and knowledge management, fostering cross-border collaboration. As the Country Director and Senior Legal Consultant at 360 Business Law, I have advised international clients on employment compliance and lifecycle processes while supporting global stakeholders with high-volume contract analysis. My commitment to mentoring junior legal staff and improving processes has been instrumental in streamlining workflows and enhancing team performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Country Director & Senior Legal Consultant
360 Business Law
Nov 2019 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Advised international clients on employment compliance and lifecycle processes across LATAM. Reviewed and redlined contracts across 90+ jurisdictions, supported global stakeholders with contract analysis, and developed AI-driven legal tech tools.
Legal Director & Head of Legal Operations
Lifetime Investimentos
Jan 2019 - Feb 2021 (2 years 1 month)
Built and structured the legal department, overseeing compliance and contractual negotiations. Developed internal playbooks and legal guidance for cross-departmental use, and supported HR on employment onboarding.
Senior Tax Counsel
Ernst & Young (EY)
Jan 2013 - Jan 2015 (2 years)
Provided international tax structuring and compliance strategies for multinational clients. Supported teams on entity formation and onboarding compliance for employees and contractors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ESA OAB
LL.M., Corporate and Commercial Law
2021 -
Pursuing an LL.M. in Corporate and Commercial Law to deepen expertise in legal frameworks governing corporate transactions and commercial activities.
PUC Paraná
PgD, Legal Operations
Currently enrolled in a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Ops, AI & High-Performance Practice to enhance skills in legal operations and technology.
UMUniversidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie
Bachelor of Laws, Law
2005 - 2010
Completed a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) focusing on various aspects of law, including civil, criminal, and corporate law.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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