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Maria Inês Teixeira

@mariainsteixeira

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Law professional specialising in international law, governance, and policy advising.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles applying international law and governance expertise in policy-driven, collaborative environments that offer impact, professional growth, and opportunities to shape compliance and human-rights outcomes.

I am a law professional specialising in international law, corporate governance, and policy advising, with practical experience in both public and private institutions.

Currently I provide technical and administrative support to governing bodies at Caixa Geral de Depósitos, improving governance processes and ensuring regulatory compliance across legal, financial, and reporting functions.

Previously, I advised on transnational matters at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, drafting briefing materials for international negotiations on topics such as cybercrime and conflict diamonds, and representing Portugal at UN and Council of Europe sessions.

I combine strong academic performance in law with volunteer leadership—co-founding a community support initiative and coordinating gender-equality education projects—demonstrating strategic planning, partnership development, and a commitment to human-rights focused impact.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Associate, Corporate Support

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Caixa Geral de Depósitos

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Provided technical and administrative support to governing bodies on legal, financial and corporate governance matters; streamlined governance processes and ensured accurate, timely regulatory reporting for board and delegate councils.

Corporate Governance Regulatory Compliance Legal Drafting Meeting Minutes Reporting Document Management

Intern, Transnational Matters

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Oct 2022 - Apr 2023 (6 months)

Advised on transnational policy issues and drafted briefing materials supporting Portugal’s positions in international negotiations on cybercrime, drug trafficking and the Kimberley Process; represented Portugal at UN and CoE sessions.

International Law Policy Analysis Briefings Diplomacy Negotiation Research Report Writing Stakeholder Engagement

Legal Intern

Helena Franco - Lawyers

Oct 2020 - Jun 2021 (8 months)

Managed legal and administrative proceedings with courts and public authorities, drafted contracts and powers of attorney, and prepared certified private documents to ensure compliance and timely resolution of cases.

Legal Research Legal Drafting Court Procedures Client Communication Case Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Faculty of Law, University of Lisbon

Master of Laws, Law

2022 -

Grade: 15/20

Master’s in Law and Legal Practice with a specialization in International Law and International Relations; master's thesis on harmful traditional practices affecting women's rights under international human rights instruments.