A global leader in critical infrastructure and technology solutions is looking for a Senior Legal Leader to oversee legal operations across Asia. This role will act as a strategic business partner to regional leadership, supporting commercial growth while managing legal, compliance, governance, and risk matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

Lead legal operations across Asia, covering commercial, compliance, governance, and regulatory matters
Advise regional leadership on strategic legal and business decisions
Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements
Oversee litigation, dispute resolution, corporate governance, and external counsel management
Support cross-border business activities, M&A, and multi-jurisdictional transactions
Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks impacting the business
Build scalable legal processes and improve operational effectiveness
Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders across the region

Requirements:

Law degree / JD qualification
15+ years of legal experience in-house or in private practice with strong regional exposure
Strong background in commercial contracts, compliance, governance, and legal advisory
Experience supporting multinational or cross-border operations in Asia
Strategic mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to balance commercial objectives with legal risk management
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Strong leadership and team management capabilities

Why Apply

Senior regional leadership role with broad strategic exposure
Opportunity to partner directly with executive management
Dynamic multinational environment supporting mission-critical industries
High visibility role with regional and cross-functional influence

Regional Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Director Asia