Responsibilities:
Legal Advisory:
· Provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and disputeresolution across SEA jurisdictions.
· Act as a trusted advisor to business units, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory requirements in the region.
Contract Management:
· Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including consultancy agreements, joint ventures, and procurement contracts.
· Ensure that contracts comply with relevant laws and company policies.
Dispute Resolution:
· Handle pre-litigation and litigation matters, including managing external counsel and advising on strategies for dispute resolution.
· Support claims management and resolution processes for projects in the region.
Regulatory Compliance:
· Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations across SEA countries, ensuring compliance and advising on their impact on business operations.
· Conduct compliance training and awareness programs for employees to promote a culture of integrity and accountability.
Corporate Governance:
· Assist in corporate secretarial duties, including maintaining statutory records, filings, and board-related activities for SEA entities.
· Support governance initiatives and ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures.
Risk Management:
· Identify and assess legal risks in business strategies, projects, and operations, providing practical solutions to mitigate risks.
· Collaborate with leadership teams to support strategic initiatives and business growth in the region.
Internal Business
· Member of the SEA Office of Risk Management and managing risk within SEA
· Member of the SEA Legal Team and foster a can-do, collaborative and engaged team
· Liaising with and support other SEA Support Services functions (e.g. HR,IT, Finance)
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.
· Minimum of 5–8 years of post-qualification experience in private practice and as corporate legal counsel , preferably with3 years in private practice within the engineering, construction, or infrastructure sectors in Southeast Asia.
· Strong understanding of commercial law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
· Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
· Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.