Legal Director (Financial Services)

Monroe Consulting Group; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 900,000,000 - 1,500,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an executive recruitment firm, is partnering with an organisation in the Professional Services / Financial Services sector to hire a Legal Director based in Indonesia. You will lead the legal function, shape strategy, governance and operations while advising senior leadership on regulatory compliance and sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities include developing the overall legal strategy, managing litigation, and providing strategic legal support for business

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading a legal function at a senior level.
• Strong strategic and advisory capabilities in a regulated environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall legal strategy for the organisation.
• Oversee litigation and dispute management.
• Provide strategic legal advice to support business and commercial decisions.
• Ensure governance and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Advisory skills

Communication

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia, an executive recruitment firm, is partnering with an organisation in the Professional Services / Financial Services sector to hire a Legal Director. This opportunity is based in Indonesia. We are seeking a highly experienced legal professional to lead the legal function and provide strategic guidance that supports the organisation's long-term objectives.

Position Overview

Lead and shape the organisation's legal strategy, governance framework, and legal operations at an executive level.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall legal strategy for the organisation
• Oversee litigation and dispute management
• Provide strategic legal advice to support business and commercial decisions
• Ensure strong governance and alignment with regulatory requirements

Key Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in the automotive leasing industry (mandatory)
• Candidates with banking or insurance sector experience may also be considered
• Demonstrated experience leading a legal function at a senior level
• Experience in litigation and dispute management
• Experience providing legal support for business and commercial decision-making

Technical / Functional Expertise

• Strong exposure to regulatory and compliance frameworks
• Expertise in corporate governance and legal risk management
• Strong understanding of legal strategy development and execution
• PERADI licence is not required

Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Effective leadership and team development abilities
• Strong communication and advisory skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and highly regulated environment