About our client:
Our client, a prominent leader in their industry, is currently seeking a Head of Legal & Compliance. This role will governs and drive legal strategies of the group's business operations in Malaysia.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to design and implement governance frameworks aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Identify governance, legal, and compliance risks across operations, providing proactive strategies to mitigate them while enabling business growth.
- Oversee governance aspects of business ventures, including due diligence, negotiation, and execution of legal agreements.
- Ensure strong corporate governance practices and adherence to regulatory standards across all jurisdictions.
- Safeguard the Group's IP assets, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
- Manage legal risk in employee matters and lead governance strategy for litigation and investigations.
- Lead and mentor legal and secretarial teams, promoting high performance and ethical practices.
- Maintain strong relationships with regulators, external counsel, and industry bodies to support the Group's governance position.
- Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes to ensure continued compliance and adaptability.
- Operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum 15 years of legal experience with strong expertise in corporate law, compliance, and company secretarial matters; regional or global experience is an advantage.
- Background in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal role, ideally within the hospitality, service, or similarly regulated industries.
- Solid understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ABAC) and emerging regulatory trends.
- Proven ability to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice while balancing multiple priorities and commercial objectives.
- Strong leadership track record in managing legal teams and driving strategic governance initiatives.
- Qualified legal professional (JD/LLB or equivalent) with admission to practice; additional certifications in compliance or governance are a plus.
For more information or confidential consultation, please do not hesitate to send in your application or drop an e-mail to [Confidential Information]
We thank you for applying with us in advance but ONLY shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Company Registration No. : 1080098-P (JTK License No : JTKSM 427)
