Port Operations and Logistics Legal Manager
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Position Overview
Location:
Colón, Panama 
Compensation:
$5,000 - $7,500/year
Position:
Senior
Type:
Job
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Job Description
Manzanillo International Terminal (MIT), the largest container port on the Atlantic side of the Panama Canal, seeks a Legal Manager to oversee port concession compliance, logistics contracts, and labor relations. Located in Colón, this role is central to the supply chain connecting the Canal to global trade routes.
Responsibilities
Manage the legal department and outside counsel relationships. Ensure compliance with the port concession agreement and AMP regulations. Draft and negotiate terminal services, stevedoring, and logistics contracts. Handle labor relations and collective bargaining for port workers. Advise on environmental compliance and port security regulations.
Requirements
Licenciatura en Derecho. 6+ years of experience in port operations, logistics, or maritime law. Knowledge of the Autoridad Marítima de Panamá regulations and port concession frameworks. Experience managing a legal team. Bilingual Spanish/English.
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
$5,000 - $7,500/year
Practice Area
General Legal
Position
Senior
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Manzanillo International Terminal (MIT) Hiring Team
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
