Regional Legal Counsel (Asia)

Legal Compliance & Advisory

• Advise on and ensure compliance with all applicable local, regional, and international laws and regulations in the Company’s Asia operations, including corporate law, labor law, tax and international trade laws.
• Provide counsel on legal risks and assist in developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Monitor legal developments in the region and proactively address potential implications for the Company.
• Manage outside counsel and develop policies to manage and reduce legal expenses. Supervise and manage existing legal resources and staff in the region.

Corporate & Commercial Law

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including supplier, customer and service agreements.
• Support business units in contract negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Oversee corporate governance matters, including compliance with corporate formalities for entities in the region.

Labor & Employment Law

• Advise on labor law issues, including labor negotiations, employment disputes, and workplace policies in Thailand, India, Indonesia, China, Vietnam and Singapore.
• Support the Regional Human Resources Department.

Litigation Management

• Manage and oversee litigation, arbitrations, and regulatory proceedings in South America, coordinating with external counsel as necessary.

Commercial Transactions and Strategic Initiatives

• Provide legal support for regional commercial transactions and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with regional leadership and global leadership to advance the company’s strategic plan.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with regional business leaders and the Global Legal Department to align legal strategies with business goals.
• Act as a trusted legal advisor to senior management in South America.