Head of Corporate Secretary & Legal - FMCG

Wirehire; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Jakarta seeks a Head of Corporate Secretary and Legal to lead corporate governance and compliance, oversee legal affairs, and manage stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have 8-10 years of experience in legal roles, with a strong understanding of Indonesian corporate law and excellent communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English. This leadership role involves ensuring compliance with regulations and managing corporate documentation.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in legal and corporate secretarial roles.
• At least 3 years in a leadership position within a publicly listed company.
• Deep understanding of Indonesian corporate law and governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Establish and review corporate governance frameworks.
• Provide legal counsel on contracts, investments, and M&A.
• Lead and develop a high-performing corporate secretary and legal team.

Skills

Corporate governance knowledge

Legal risk management

Regulatory compliance

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law (S.H.)

Master's degree or LL.M.

Job description

Job Title: Head of Corporate Secretary and Legal

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
Reporting to: President Director / Board of Directors
Industry: Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)

About the Company

Our client is a publicly listed (Tbk) company with over two decades of trusted presence in Indonesias FMCG industry. Known for delivering quality products to millions of households nationwide, the company is committed to sustainable growth, robust corporate governance, and continued excellence. To support this vision, we are seeking a dynamic Head of Corporate Secretary and Legal to lead corporate governance, regulatory compliance, legal risk management, and stakeholder engagement at the highest level.

Position Overview

The Head of Corporate Secretary and Legal plays a critical leadership role in ensuring that the company operates in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, particularly those governing public companies (Tbk). This individual will oversee both corporate secretarial functions and legal affairs, providing strategic counsel to the Board of Directors and senior management, while fostering effective communication with shareholders, regulators, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Establish, implement, and regularly review corporate governance frameworks aligned with OJK, IDX, and international best practices.
• Ensure full compliance with capital market laws, corporate regulations, and industry standards.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and advise management on implications and necessary actions.
• Coordinate with regulators (OJK, IDX) and ensure timely submission of all statutory filings and disclosures.

2. Board & Shareholder Management

• Organize and facilitate Board of Directors, Board of Commissioners, and General Meeting of Shareholders (GMS) in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare agendas, materials, resolutions, and official minutes for board and shareholder meetings.
• Maintain effective and transparent communication between the Board, management, shareholders, and external stakeholders.

3. Legal Affairs Management

• Provide legal counsel on business operations, contracts, investments, M&A, and other strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of commercial agreements and corporate documents.
• Manage litigation, legal disputes, and coordinate with external counsel where needed.
• Ensure the companys intellectual property, licenses, and legal risks are properly managed and safeguarded.

4. Corporate Documentation & Disclosure

• Manage all corporate legal documentation and ensure secure and systematic archiving.
• Supervise the preparation and publication of press releases, public disclosures, and corporate communications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee internal and external reporting to ensure transparency and accuracy.

5. Team Leadership & Process Optimization

• Lead and develop a high-performing corporate secretary and legal team.
• Foster collaboration with other departments, including finance, investor relations, compliance, and operations.
• Drive continuous improvement of legal and secretarial processes through digital tools and best practice
• Uphold confidentiality, ethics, and corporate integrity in allactivities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Law (S.H.); Masters degree or LL.M. preferred.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in legal and corporate secretarial roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position within a publicly listed (Tbk) company.
• Deep understanding of Indonesian corporate law, OJK/IDX regulations, and governance standards for Tbk entities.
• Certified Corporate Secretary or similar professional certification is a plus.
• Proven experience handling GMS, legal due diligence, public disclosures, and corporate filings.
• Excellent communication skills in Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• High level of integrity, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.