Legal Specialist

Skip to main content Go to homepage Menu Saved Jobs (0) EN Filter Languages English English Canadian Français Canadian French View all jobs Search Jobs Find jobs for Location Radius miles 5 miles 15 miles 25 miles 35 miles 50 miles Search Legal Specialist Heredia, Costa Rica Apply now Save job Posted 06/12/2026 Job reference 13820 Experience level Experienced Hire Job category Corporate Services Line of business Legal At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are—with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody’s is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we’re advancing AI to move from insight to action—enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. Skills and CompetenciesFamiliarity with corporate law, contract law, and intellectual property lawsStrong legal research skills with the ability to articulate findings conciselyExcellent writing skills with the ability to manage a high volume of contract-related tasksDetail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environmentFlexibility to work across different time zones within the Americas as requiredPractical experience applying artificial intelligence and legal technology tools in a legal environmentDemonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use.EducationBachelor’s degree with approximately 3–4 years of relevant in-house legal experienceResponsibilitiesSupport the drafting, negotiation, and management of legal agreements while partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient contract processesDraft, prepare, review, and edit legal documents including NDAs, trials, amendments, license agreements, and demand letters under attorney supervisionLead negotiations with clients and third parties to secure favorable contract terms and conditionsServe as a single point of contact for processing and tracking legal documents while supporting deal attorneysCommunicate updates on contract status, modifications, deviations, and completion or termination of agreementsAdvise business units on legal documentation and related processesCoordinate correspondence with clients and internal stakeholders as directedPrepare research-based reports using public sources and databases on entities and individualsAnalyze legal issues with a strong sense of ethics and integrity when handling confidential information and provide practical solutions aligned with business goalsAbout the TeamOur Commercial Transactions Legal team is responsible for supporting all commercial and sales transactions on behalf of MA Legal, ensuring...