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Manuel Santos Jiménez

@manuelsantosjimnez

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Trilingual lawyer specializing in corporate law and legal compliance.

Dominican Republic

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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in corporate law that fosters growth and compliance.

I am a trilingual lawyer with extensive experience in corporate law, governance, and compliance. My career has been marked by significant roles, including General Counsel at Sistema Único de Beneficiarios, where I oversee legal compliance and represent the institution in litigation. My expertise extends to data privacy, contract negotiation, and administrative law, ensuring that organizations adhere to legal standards while achieving their business objectives.

Previously, I served as Country Coordinator and Senior Lawyer at Biz Latin Hub, managing corporate procedures and providing legal assistance to both local and foreign companies. My role involved due diligence, tax compliance, and corporate governance, which honed my skills in navigating complex legal landscapes. I also have a solid foundation in tax law from my time at KPMG, where I supervised projects for multinational clients, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

With an LL.M. in International Business Law from Université de Paris and certifications in ISO standards, I am committed to continuous professional development. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my legal expertise to drive organizational success and foster compliance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

General Counsel

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Sistema Único de Beneficiarios (SIUBEN)

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 5 months)

As General Counsel, I prepare and supervise compliance with various contracts, serve as lead auditor for legal compliance, and represent the institution in litigation. I provide legal advice on administrative, labor, civil, and data privacy law.

Corporate Law Legal Compliance Data Privacy Contract Negotiation Litigation ISO 9001 ISO 27001 Administration

Country Coordinator / Senior Lawyer

BIZ LATIN HUB

Jan 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 7 months)

As Country Coordinator, I directed corporate and tax procedures for local and foreign companies, managed the local office, and provided legal assistance in corporate and labor law matters.

Corporate Law Tax Compliance Due Diligence Office Management Labor Law Legal Advice Human Resources Management Legal Contract Management

Senior Associate, Tax & Legal

KPMG

Sep 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 2 months)

Supervised a team in managing tax and corporate law projects, assisted multinational companies with business reorganizations, and provided legal consulting on compliance programs.

Tax Law Corporate Law Project Management Legal Compliance Team Management Immigration Law

Associate

CES (Consultoría, Estrategia & Solución)

Jan 2015 - Sep 2018 (3 years 8 months)

Assisted clients with corporate procedures and represented them in civil and criminal disputes. Focused on intellectual property and compliance with commercial laws.

Corporate Compliance Intellectual Property Commercial Law Law Compliance

Foreign Investment Assistant

Taveras & Marichal

Oct 2016 - Jun 2017 (8 months)

Managed legalization procedures and translated corporate documents for various jurisdictions, assisting in obtaining necessary permits and authorizations.

Translation Corporate Law Regulatory Compliance Administrative Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Université de Paris I & II – Panthéon-Sorbonne / Panthéon-Assas

LL.M., International Business Law

2016 - 2017

Completed an LL.M. in International Business Law, focusing on various aspects of international legal frameworks and business regulations.

Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra

Bachelor of Laws, Law

2010 - 2015

Grade: Cum Laude

Earned a Bachelor of Laws (Licenciatura en Derecho) with Cum Laude honors, covering comprehensive legal education and practical applications in various fields of law.