JUAN SEBASTIÁN LÓPEZ SALCEDO
Bogotá,Colombia
Summary
Proactive and results-driven Law and Political Science student at Universidad de La Sabana with a background in public regulation from the Escuela Superior de Administración Pública (ESAP). National Youth Council member and recipient of multiple academic excellence scholarships. Proven experience in public policy development, regulatory frameworks, data analysis, and research in International Humanitarian Law (IHL). Trilingual in Spanish, English (C1), and Portuguese (B2), with a solid track record in both academic and professional settings, particularly in legislative advisory roles and youth leadership.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4052
4052
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paralegal
AEI International Legal and Consulting Services
Bogotá, Bogota D.C.
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted senior solicitors by conducting extensive legal research.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Review and analysis of databases on business and human rights within Inter-American System.
Research Assistant
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Universidad de La Sabana
11.2022 - Current
- Conducting legal research on the integration of civilian bodies within military forces
- Supporting the ICRC's humanitarian efforts by providing legal and policy advice.
Teaching Assistant
Universidad de La Sabana - Chía, Colombia
01.2023 - Current
- Public Finance: Teaching assistant for courses on public fiscal management and budgetary oversight
- International Law: Assisted in preparation of lectures on General International Law classes.
National Youth Counselor
Ministerio de la Igualdad - Bogotá D.C., Colombia
08.2023 - Current
- Active contributor to national youth policy development, engaging with key stakeholders to influence decision-making at governmental level.
Summer Trainee
León Arcos Consultores Jurídicos - Barranquilla, Colombia
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in legal research, case preparation and client briefings on civil and commercial litigation
- Provided recommendations that contributed to favourable case outcomes.
- Played integral role in risk management initiatives, minimising potential liabilities.
- Monitored changes in legislation, keeping company practices up-to-date and compliant.
- Managed trademark registrations with thorough documentation, protecting brand integrity.
Legislative Advisor
Insight Consultoría SAS / COMPAS Agenda Legislativa - Bogotá, Colombia
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered strategic legal analysis on legislative proposals
- Drafted reports and briefings that informed policymaking processes within Colombian Congress.
Competitiveness Coordinator
Confederación Colombiana de Cámaras de Comercio - Bogotá, Colombia
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing regional competitiveness by engaging with local businesses and governmental entities
- Provided recommendations on economic development policies and trade regulations
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
Legislative Advisor
Senate of the Republic of Colombia - Bogotá, Colombia
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Supported drafting of legislative bills, focusing on environmental protection and Youth promotion.
Education
BACHELOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE -
UNIVERSIDAD DE LA SABANA
Colombia, Bogota D.C.LLB BACHELOR IN LAWS -
UNIVERSIDAD DE LA SABANA
Colombia, Bogota D.C.Skills
- Communication skills
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- International finance
- Public administration
- Litigation
Certification
- Diploma in US Tax Law, Pennsylvania State University (Penn State), 2024
- Diploma in Human Rights and Business, Defensoría del Pueblo, 2024
- School of Government and Public Policy, ESAP, 2022
- Judicial Decision-making in US and Colombian Constitutional Law, Universidad de La Sabana, 2021
Languages
Spanish
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)
Research Projects
De facto incorporation of civilian bodies within the Armed Forces, ICRC, 2023 Rwanda: From Political Breakdown to… Stability?, 2020
Timeline
Paralegal
AEI International Legal and Consulting Services
10.2024 - 03.2025
National Youth Counselor
Ministerio de la Igualdad - Bogotá D.C., Colombia
08.2023 - Current
Summer Trainee
León Arcos Consultores Jurídicos - Barranquilla, Colombia
06.2023 - 08.2023
Legislative Advisor
Insight Consultoría SAS / COMPAS Agenda Legislativa - Bogotá, Colombia
05.2023 - 07.2023
Teaching Assistant
Universidad de La Sabana - Chía, Colombia
01.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Universidad de La Sabana
11.2022 - Current
Competitiveness Coordinator
Confederación Colombiana de Cámaras de Comercio - Bogotá, Colombia
11.2022 - 03.2023
Legislative Advisor
Senate of the Republic of Colombia - Bogotá, Colombia
01.2022 - 07.2022
BACHELOR IN POLITICAL SCIENCE -
UNIVERSIDAD DE LA SABANA
LLB BACHELOR IN LAWS -
UNIVERSIDAD DE LA SABANA
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