Regional Legal Counsel

• Regional Legal Oversight, to ensure full compliance with local, regional, and international laws across all Southeast Asian operations, proactively updating internal policies to reflect evolving legal landscapes
• Corporate Governance & Entity Management, to manage the administration of legal entities by collaborating with company secretariats and local authorities to maintain up-to-date compliance and support management board meetings
• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements with clients, suppliers, and partners to ensure all contracts are legally sound and protect the organisation's interests
• Identify potential legal risks to develop effective mitigation strategies and represent the company in legal proceedings, including the management of external counsel when necessary
• Champion data integrity by ensuring strict adherence to global protection laws (e.g. PDPA or GDPR), developing robust privacy frameworks, and leading response strategies for potential data incidents
• Design and implement internal compliance policies across the organisation and conduct training sessions to ensure all stakeholders and employees are aligned with legal standards

• Holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a comparable legal degree from a reputable institution
• Proven track record of practising law within Malaysia or at least one other Southeast Asian jurisdiction, demonstrating a deep understanding of the region’s unique regulatory landscapes
• A minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a similar corporate legal role or within a multi-disciplinary law firm, with a strong focus on commercial law
• Proven track record in complex contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and providing strategic legal counsel on general commercial matters
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities, with the agility to navigate a fast-paced, dynamic environment both independently and as a collaborative team member
• Professional fluency in English is essential
• additional proficiency in Mandarin will be considered a distinct advantage for regional coordination

additional proficiency in Mandarin