About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President, Legal, Development and Operations, Asia to lead our regional legal team and support strategic business initiatives across development and operations. This role is pivotal in driving legal excellence, operational efficiency, and business partnership across our hospitality network in Asia.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of three legal professionals across Asia.
- Act as a strategic legal partner to the business, General Counsel MEA APAC, and Legal Co-Director MEA APAC.
- Oversee legal aspects of hotel development and operations, including drafting and negotiating HMAs/HFAs and related agreements.
- Simplify and standardise contract management processes and industrialise legal workflows.
- Provide legal advice on franchise, ownership changes, exits, and operational issues.
- Ensure compliance with franchise regulatory requirements and other relevant laws (e.g., antitrust, agency).
- Develop and maintain legal templates and know-how resources.
- Supervise external counsel and manage legal budgets.
Qualifications & Experience
- Law degree with at least 10+ years PQE (or equivalent) in commercial or transactional law.
- Experience in Legal Development & Operations roles preferred.
- Proven track record in international environments hospitality or franchise experience is a plus.
- Strong business acumen and strategic vision.
- High standards of legal analysis, decision-making, and independent work.
