Legal Counsel (Manager – Senior Manager)

About the Company
A globally recognised FMCG organisation with a strong market presence across multiple regions, this company is known for its portfolio of trusted consumer brands and commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. With a collaborative and fast-paced environment, the organisation continues to drive industry leadership through strong corporate governance, people-focused culture, and continuous investment in product development and market expansion.



Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organisation’s legal strategy in alignment with overall business objectives and operational priorities.
• Establish and implement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks to manage legal, regulatory, and compliance risks effectively.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, licences, permits, and industry standards affecting the organisation’s operations.
• Oversee data privacy compliance and advise stakeholders on data protection obligations and risk mitigation measures.
• Protect and manage the organisation’s intellectual property portfolio, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Provide proactive legal advice to senior leadership and cross-functional teams regarding potential legal, commercial, and operational risks.
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements and legal documentation to safeguard the organisation’s interests and support business growth.
• Serve as a strategic legal business partner, industrial relations, risk management, and crisis management.
• Support risk mitigation initiatives by identifying and addressing commercial, industrial, governance, and operational legal risks across the organisation.

Key Requirements

• Certified advocate with an active licence is mandatory for this position.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across functions and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to provide practical legal guidance and influence business decisions effectively.
• Professional proficiency in English is required to support regional and cross-functional communication.
• Proven people management experience is preferred, including the ability to lead, mentor, and manage diverse teams.
• Strong in-house legal experience combined with prior exposure to reputable law firms is highly preferred.
• 10–15 years of professional legal experience with exposure to corporate, commercial, regulatory, and operational legal matters within complex business environments.

If this opportunity aligns with your background and aspirations, we would be delighted to hear from you. You may apply through the company’s website or send your updated CV directly to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.