Special thanks to co-presenters Jose Larroque, Ma. Rosario Lombera, and Javiera Medina-Reza.

In a climate marked by high levels of insecurity, immigration issues and the anticipated renegotiation of the Trade Agreement between Mexico, the United States and Canada, proposed labor reforms under Mexico’s first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, aim to reshape the country’s workforce landscape.

In this episode of “Quick Chats for the Mexican Workplace,” we discuss the key legislative changes under the new administration, focusing on labor reforms such as ensuring gender pay equality, providing social security for digital platform workers, and reducing the work week.

Employers may face a potential 30-40% increase in payroll costs due to enhanced employee standards and must be vigilant about not exceeding the legal workday limits, as this is considered labor exploitation and is a crime.

With insights about the broader implications of these changes for employers with operations in Mexico from Pepe Larroque, Managing Partner of Baker McKenzie’s five offices in Mexico, our employment partners outline best practices and practical tips to prepare for 2025.

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This video was recorded on December 2, 2024.