Position Overview We are seeking a seasoned, high-caliber Head of Legal & Compliance, APAC to lead our legal and compliance functions across the Asia-Pacific region. As a key member of our regional leadership team, you will be responsible for safeguarding our business operations, mitigating risks, and enabling sustainable growth in a dynamic B2B market.
With 12+ years of experience, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior executives, manage a high-performing regional team, and ensure that our business practices align with both local regulations and global standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Legal Advisory & Corporate Governance
- 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.
- B2B Commercial Transactions
- 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.
- Compliance, Ethics & Risk Management
- 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.
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the APAC legal and compliance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and high performance.
- Align regional legal goals with global legal strategies and business objectives.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Experience: 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).
- Industry Knowledge: Proven track record in a B2B environment (e.g., SaaS, Tech, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Professional Services).
- Leadership: At least 3-5 years of solid team management experience, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-border or remote teams.
- Education: 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.
- Languages: 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.
- Soft Skills: 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.
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).
