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Regional Legal Counsel

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Regional Legal Counsel to support the growth of an organization in the F&B industry. You will be responsible for managing all legal matters across the SEA. The role requires a proactive and strategic legal professional who can provide expert legal advice and support the business in achieving its goals. * Opportunity to advise on a wide range of legal matter * Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

As Regional Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's legal strategy. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: -

  • Provide expert legal advice to the business on a wide range of issues, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, employment law, intellectual property, data privacy, licensing and regulatory compliance.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements, including franchise agreements, supply chain contracts, lease agreements, distribution agreements, and marketing partnerships.
  • Advise on the legal implications of business decisions, transactions, and new market entries.
  • Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, including managing disputes, litigation, and regulatory investigations.
  • Manage and resolve legal disputes, including commercial litigation, arbitration, and mediation, in collaboration with external legal counsel when necessary.
  • Support M&A activities in the region when necessarily, including conducting legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, and advising on post-merger integration.
  • Work closely with various departments, such as Operations, HR, Finance, Marketing, and Supply Chain, to provide legal support and ensure alignment with the company’s objectives.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Regional Legal Counsel role will bring a wealth of experience and a strong legal background.

  • Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5-8 years of post-qualification experience, gained both in law firms and as in-house counsel.
  • Exhibit strong communication, analytical, and commercial skills, with a collaborative and innovative mindset, showing enthusiasm for an inclusive and diverse work environment.
  • Agile, resilient and able to demonstrate exceptional abilities in drafting and negotiating contracts, with a particular emphasis on commercial agreements.
  • Candidate who has experience in F&B/retail/FMCG is viewed favourably.

What sets this company apart:

This dynamic and rapidly growing F&B brand is built on quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences. As they expand across the region, they consistently deliver top-notch offerings tailored to the evolving needs of the next-generation consumers in Southeast Asia.

What's next:

Ready for an exciting new challenge? Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Apply today by clicking on the link!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal & Corporate Secretarial

Focus: Other

Industry: Legal

Salary: Market aligned

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: V02ZW0-D678D73A

Date posted: 09 August 2024

Consultant: Annie Lim

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