Corporate Counsel: Employment & Compliance, APAC Job at MSA BOURGOGNE (Kuala Lumpur)

Corporate Counsel: Employment & Compliance

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power tr...

Location

Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

MSA BOURGOGNE

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer holding a law degree from an accredited university
Active license to practice law in common law or other Asia Pacific jurisdictions
Full professional proficiency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) languages
5 or more years of experience, preferably with both law firm and in house work experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate well within all levels of the organization and with external clients
Must possess the self-confidence to make decisions and follow them through with peers and management
Must have the initiative to anticipate needs, identify process improvements and provide solutions
Ability to investigate and analyze large sets of data and to draw conclusions
Microsoft Office Suite
Must possess a willingness to learn and understand operational, financial and technical matters

Job Responsibility

Provide daily legal counsel concerning employment and labor, operational, regulatory, risk and general compliance matters
Draft, review and update employment-related documents and policies, including offer letters, employment agreements, disciplinary documentation, separation agreements, responses to demand letters, and responses to regulatory agency inquiries and investigations
Provide support and direction to various internal functions on investigations arising from employee complaints and incidents, and the hotline
Prepare and deliver country and enterprise-specific training on relevant and topical issues
Manage contract dispute, employment and labor, and other types of litigation in the APAC region
Respond to discovery requests
Implement and manage legal holds
Draft, review, and update compliance and risk management-related policies and processes
Provide transactional documentation and due diligence support on M&A projects

Regional Counsel, APAC

As part of Waymo's Legal team, you will work on the exciting legal issues surrou...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree (LLB, LLM or JD)
Admitted to practice law in Japan
At least 8 years of experience practicing law, 4 of which involve practicing law in Japan
Experience assisting international technology companies with introducing novel products and services into Japan and other APAC countries
Experience engaging Japanese and other APAC regulators on a range of topics
Fluent in Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Serve as lead attorney on a wide range of Japan and greater APAC related projects, and provide the full range of supporting legal services to other global Legal teams, including commercial deals, advocacy, event response, employment, and dispute resolution, in support of Waymo’s success in the region.
Provide strategic guidance to key cross-functional internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal, business, corporate strategy and governance issues relevant to Japan and the greater APAC region.
Work closely with key partners such as public policy, public affairs, product counsels, regulatory counsels, communications, compliance and others to jointly develop and implement winning strategies, including representing Waymo in interactions with local agencies and organizations as required.
Support cross-functional global teams with navigating country/region specific laws and regulations, including coordinating internally and externally to closely monitor, review, report on, and shape changing laws and regulations in Japan and the greater APAC region relevant to Waymo’s business.
Gain subject matter expertise in new areas as novel regional issues and topics emerge.
Support compliance and other corporate governance tasks related to Japan and the greater APAC region.

What we offer

Health and wellness: top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, and special wellness programs
Financial wellness: competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, and lots of other perks and employee discounts
Flexibility and time off: flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year, on-site or hybrid work model, remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave

Fulltime

Regional Counsel, APAC

As part of Waymo's Legal team, you will work on the exciting legal issues surrou...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree (LLB, LLM or JD)
Admitted to practice law in Japan
At least 8 years of experience practicing law, 4 of which involve practicing law in Japan
Experience assisting international technology companies with introducing novel products and services into Japan and other APAC countries
Experience engaging Japanese and other APAC regulators on a range of topics
Fluent in Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Serve as lead attorney on a wide range of Japan and greater APAC related projects, and provide the full range of supporting legal services to other global Legal teams, including commercial deals, advocacy, event response, employment, and dispute resolution, in support of Waymo’s success in the region
Provide strategic guidance to key cross-functional internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal, business, corporate strategy and governance issues relevant to Japan and the greater APAC region
Work closely with key partners such as public policy, public affairs, product counsels, regulatory counsels, communications, compliance and others to jointly develop and implement winning strategies, including representing Waymo in interactions with local agencies and organizations as required
Support cross-functional global teams with navigating country/region specific laws and regulations, including coordinating internally and externally to closely monitor, review, report on, and shape changing laws and regulations in Japan and the greater APAC region relevant to Waymo’s business
Gain subject matter expertise in new areas as novel regional issues and topics emerge
Support compliance and other corporate governance tasks related to Japan and the greater APAC region

What we offer

Top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance
Mental wellness support
Gym membership
Special wellness programs
Competitive compensation
Bonus opportunities
Equity
Employees provident fund
Perks and employee discounts
Flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year

Fulltime

Senior Counsel, Regional APAC

As part of Waymo's Legal team, you will work on the exciting legal issues surrou...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree (LLB, LLM or JD)
Admitted to practice law in Japan
At least 8 years of experience practicing law, 4 of which involve practicing law in Japan
Experience assisting international technology companies with introducing novel products and services into Japan and other APAC countries
Experience engaging Japanese and other APAC regulators on a range of topics
Fluent in Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Serve as lead attorney on a wide range of Japan and greater APAC related projects, and provide the full range of supporting legal services to other global Legal teams, including commercial deals, advocacy, event response, employment, and dispute resolution, in support of Waymo’s success in the region
Provide strategic guidance to key cross-functional internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal, business, corporate strategy and governance issues relevant to Japan and the greater APAC region
Work closely with key partners such as public policy, public affairs, product counsels, regulatory counsels, communications, compliance and others to jointly develop and implement winning strategies, including representing Waymo in interactions with local agencies and organizations as required
Support cross-functional global teams with navigating country/region specific laws and regulations, including coordinating internally and externally to closely monitor, review, report on, and shape changing laws and regulations in Japan and the greater APAC region relevant to Waymo’s business
Gain subject matter expertise in new areas as novel regional issues and topics emerge
Support compliance and other corporate governance tasks related to Japan and the greater APAC region

What we offer

Top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance
Mental wellness support
Gym membership
Special wellness programs
Competitive compensation
Bonus opportunities
Equity
Employees provident fund
Perks and employee discounts
Flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year

Fulltime

Head Of Legal - Apac

We are seeking a seasoned, high-caliber Head of Legal & Compliance, APAC to lead...

Location

China , Shanghai

Salary:

1000000.00 - 1200000.00 CNY / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

September 14, 2026

Requirements

Minimum 12 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with a mix of top-tier law firm training and in-house experience in a multinational corporation (MNC)
Proven track record in a B2B environment (e.g., SaaS, Tech, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Professional Services)
At least 3-5 years of solid team management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-border or remote teams
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Master of Laws (LL.M.) from a reputable university
Admission to a recognized bar (e.g., PRC, HK, Singapore, US, or UK) is required
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory as it is the primary working language
Proficiency in Mandarin or another APAC local language is highly desirable to support regional stakeholders
Strong commercial acumen, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Excellent communication skills to bridge global headquarters and local execution

Job Responsibility

Provide strategic, practical, and commercial legal advice to the APAC leadership team on corporate, commercial, employment, and regulatory matters
Oversee corporate governance for all APAC subsidiaries, ensuring corporate filings and board matters are handled seamlessly
Manage external counsel across multiple jurisdictions effectively, optimizing legal spend
Structure, draft, review, and negotiate complex B2B commercial agreements (e.g., enterprise sales contracts, vendor agreements, strategic partnerships, and licensing)
Standardize contract templates and streamline the contract approval workflow to support the regional sales team
Design, implement, and monitor a robust regional compliance framework tailored to B2B operations (including anti-corruption/FCPA, data privacy, anti-trust, and trade compliance)
Conduct internal investigations, risk assessments, and compliance audits
deliver regular compliance training to regional employees
Monitor legislative changes across APAC and proactively assess their impact on the company’s business model
Lead, mentor, and develop the APAC legal and compliance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and high performance

What we offer

A strategic role with significant impact on the company’s APAC footprint
A collaborative, inclusive, and international working culture
Competitive compensation package (Base salary + Performance Bonus + Benefits)

Fulltime

Legal Counsel - USA

Work with Storyblok’s dynamic legal team and play a vital role in our day-to-day...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Storyblok

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law Degree and Bar Admission to at least one jurisdiction in the U.S.
3+ years of experience with a primary focus on drafting, redlining, and negotiating sales contracts. SaaS or fast-paced tech experience providing in-house support to enterprise sales teams is strongly preferred.
Prior negotiation experience with complex corporate agreements
Strong understanding of commercial contracting with deep expertise in sales contracts and legal processes
Broad and in-depth specialized knowledge of AMER legal framework plus some knowledge of EMEA and APAC topics would be preferred
Excellent English language skills
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to manage a high volume of contracts under tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders including sales, finance, HR, and product teams
Interested in learning fast and participating in a wide variety of legal projects
Skilled in providing concise legal advice to business teams

Job Responsibility

Draft, redline, negotiate, and own SaaS enterprise sales contracts as the primary focus of this role—including MSA, GTC/ToS, NDA, DPA, and other legal agreements—enabling the AMER sales team to close deals efficiently and with legal confidence
Advise on legal principles relating to data privacy, IP, information security, and corporate risk mitigation
Review and negotiate partnership agreements with our partners in AMER
Assist (globally) with review and negotiation of procurement and marketing contracts as needed
Be part of HR related projects & provide support for certain U.S. employment and labor law topics
Draft, review, and maintain company-wide policies in accordance with applicable legal requirements and organisational governance standards
Monitor and assess developments in applicable laws and regulations, advising the business on emerging legal risks and required adaptations to agreements, policies, or operational practices
Support in providing legal advice on new product initiatives & feature launches
Provide comprehensive legal training to different teams (e.g. prepare and structure the information for training)
Own the end-to-end delivery of cross-functional legal projects across multiple business regions, ensuring coherent alignment with applicable regulatory frameworks, local counsel, and key business stakeholders

What we offer

Monthly remote work stipend (home internet costs, electricity)
Home office equipment package right at the start (laptop, keyboard, monitor…)
Home office equipment upgrade (furniture, ear plugs …) or membership to a local co-working space after your onboarding
Sick leave benefit, parental leave and 25 days of annual leave plus your local national holidays
Personal development fund for courses, books, conferences, and material
VSOP (Virtual Stock Option Plan)
The annual international team-building trip, quarterly and monthly online get-togethers
flexible schedules

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel I - Japan

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Japanese lawyer (can be qualified in J...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Fedex

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified to practice law in Japan or common law jurisdiction but with Japanese law experience
10-13 years of relevant legal experience, ideally in both law firm and in-house environments
Strong understanding of Japanese corporate, commercial, labor, and regulatory frameworks
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills in both Japanese and English
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under pressure
A proactive team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
High level of integrity, professionalism, and business acumen
Fluent in Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Be an integral member of the legal and compliance team
Provide strategic legal advice and support on corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters across Japan and APAC operations
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts including facility leases, construction, IT procurement, sales, partnership, and licensing agreements
Advise on labor and employment issues, including employee relations, policies, and dispute resolution
Ensure compliance with Japanese laws and regulations, and support internal governance initiatives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, operations, government affairs, sales and HR
Support M&A, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions as needed
Liaise with external counsel and regulatory authorities when required

Fulltime

Junior Lawyer

To serve as the primary in-house legal counsel for Indonesia, providing end-to-e...

Location

Indonesia , Jakarta

Salary:

Not provided

Valvoline Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (S.H.) from an accredited Indonesian university
Law firm and in-house background preferred (approximately 1.5–4 years PQE)
Solid foundation in Indonesian contract law and corporate/commercial matters
Working knowledge of Indonesian regulatory frameworks, including product and technical regulations
Exposure to oil & gas, lubricants, chemicals, or other regulated industries is preferred
Native in Bahasa Indonesia and strong working proficiency in English (written and spoken)
Advocate license (PERADI) is required
Ability to operate independently as the sole local legal contact, with sound judgment on when to escalate

Job Responsibility

Serve as the primary in-house legal contact for Indonesia, managing day-to-day legal matters with end-to-end ownership
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements supporting local and regional business operations
Provide practical legal advice on Indonesian laws and regulations, including contracts, corporate, consumer, data protection, employment, and product regulations (e.g. SNI)
Support the business in adapting to regulatory changes, translating legal requirements into actionable guidance
Handle routine company secretarial and corporate governance matters, including circular resolutions, corporate approvals, and coordination of notarial deeds and filings
Coordinate and manage external counsel, including scoping, reviewing legal advice, and controlling costs
Support selected regional (APAC) legal work, including cross-border contract review and regional legal initiatives
Identify legal and regulatory risks and escalate material or high-risk issues to the regional legal team in a timely manner

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