Education Compliance & Legal Counsel

Kinderfield; Jakarta Pusat; Hybrid; IDR 240,000,000 - 420,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinderfield Highfield School Indonesia - Head Office is seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer with direct experience in the education sector, especially in school operations. Bachelor degree and at least 3 years in school legal/compliance are required to join a dynamic private-school environment.

You will monitor regulatory changes, advise leadership, manage school contracts and policies, and coordinate with ministries and accrediting bodies to ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required
• At least 3 years in legal/compliance in a school setting
• Strong knowledge of education laws, governance and safeguarding
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving
• Ability to handle sensitive school legal matters discreetly
• Analytical and research skills to interpret laws and standards
• Proactive, quick learner and detail oriented

Responsibilities

• Stay up-to-date with changes in educational regulations
• Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders on company matters
• Ensure operations comply with educational regulations
• Develop, review and manage school contracts, policies and agreements
• Advise leadership on legal risks, compliance and governance
• Liaise with education ministries, accreditation bodies and agencies
• Handle disputes, disciplinary actions and regulatory issues

Skills

Legal experience (3+ yrs)

Education laws

School governance

Labor laws

Safeguarding policies

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Analytical skills

Research skills

Proactivity

Detail oriented

Quick learner

Responsible attitude

Education

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Kinderfield Highfield School Indonesia - Head Office is seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer with direct experience in the education sector, especially in school operations. Bachelor degree and at least 3 years in school legal/compliance are required to join a dynamic private-school environment.

You will monitor regulatory changes, advise leadership, manage school contracts and policies, and coordinate with ministries and accrediting bodies to ensure ongoing compliance.