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The Regional Legal Counsel will work closely with the Regional SEA Legal team to ensure the business is given accurate and timely legal advice, and does business in compliance with local and global Randstad policies & applicable legislation.
Job Responsibility:
Legal and Contract review/ advisory, acting as a legal business partner
Provide accurate & timely legal advice to the business regarding local legal requirements in Singapore, Hong Kong & Malaysia
Taking lead in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts
Leading negotiations with external parties
Ensure compliance with Randstad's policies
Data Protection and Compliance, support legal and regulatory compliance across all regional operations
Contribute to the broader legal function by supporting risk management activities and sharing legal knowledge
Assist with providing training on legal topics for Randstad’s staff in Malaysia, Singapore & Hong Kong
Preparing educational/training material including legal newsletters/bulletins
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Support knowledge management
Mitigate legal risks
Litigation and Regulatory Support for disputes and legal compliance across operations in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia
Requirements:
Law degree & professional legal qualification (as defined by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia)
Good knowledge of contract law, and experience in either data protection, employment law or general litigation would be an advantage
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Ability to communicate in Mandarin at a conversational and business-correspondence level
Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail
Experience level: 5-6 years
Previous experience in a regional role and/or corporate/commercial background (whether in-house/law firm) is an added advantage
Candidates should be highly motivated, independent, resourceful and have a good work ethic
Ability to work well in a team & collaborate with colleagues from the legal function & within the business
Nice to have:
Experience in either data protection, employment law or general litigation
Previous experience in a regional role and/or corporate/commercial background (whether in-house/law firm)
Ability to communicate in Mandarin at a conversational and business-correspondence level