Join us as an International Legal Expert - Malaysia
About Randstad Enterprise
Randstad Enterprise Legal supports the global business lines of Randstad nv, including Randstad Sourceright (RPO & MSP), Randstad Enterprise Strategic Accounts, and Randstad RiseSmart. We are at the heart of the business, partnering with new and existing global clients on complex, multi-country projects.
The Role
We are seeking an International Legal Expert to join our APAC team. In this role, you will be primarily responsible for client accounts in the APAC region while collaborating on global initiatives. You will act as a legal and commercial partner, guiding the business through contract negotiations, risk assessments, and complex cross-border solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Negotiation: Lead the drafting and negotiation of multi-country client and supplier contracts, including RPO and MSP agreements.
- Solution Verification: Use your knowledge of recruitment licensing, tax laws, and invoicing to verify global client solutions, liaising with local counsel as needed.
- Risk Management: Advise the business on legal and commercial risks, providing clear recommendations and obtaining necessary internal approvals.
- Operational Support: Handle contractual enquiries for active accounts, interpreting clauses and managing variations in scope or fees.
- Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a client partner for multi-country accounts, hosting regular meetings to ensure legal matters progress smoothly.
- Liaison: Coordinate with local operating company counsel across the APAC region to ensure a unified legal approach.
Who You Are
- Qualified Professional: You are an admitted advocate and solicitor (Malaysia or other jurisdiction preferred) with 35 years of post-qualification experience, ideally with in-house exposure.
- Subject Matter Expert: You have a strong foundation in contract law; experience in corporate or employment law within the staffing services industry is a significant advantage.
- Effective Communicator: You can explain complex legal issues clearly to sales and management teams and are confident negotiating in English.
- Commercially Minded: You are eager to understand business operations, technology, and pricing structures to provide holistic legal advice.
- Adaptable & Curious: You thrive in fast-paced environments, handle changing priorities with ease, and have a genuine interest in learning the laws of different jurisdictions and working across cultures.
Why Join Us
This role offers the opportunity to develop a specialist area of law and provides full training as you gain experience. You will be part of a dynamic, global team where your contributions directly impact our most strategic client accounts.
