Legal Specialist (Construction, Manufacturing & Renewable Energy)

Paesa Pasindo Engineering; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 167,400,000 - 446,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Paesa Pasindo Engineering seeks a Legal Specialist to manage contract drafting, review, and negotiation across construction, manufacturing, and renewable energy projects. You will assess risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate licensing activities to protect the company's interests.

You will liaise with external counsel, perform legal research, and maintain organized documentation related to licenses, approvals, and corporate records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as in-house counsel or at a law firm.
• Experience in Construction Services, Renewable Energy, or Manufacturing/Heavy Equipment is strongly preferred.
• Excellent contract drafting, review, and negotiation abilities; solid knowledge of Civil and Corporate law.
• Familiarity with licensing procedures (OSS) and regulatory compliance across multiple sectors.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive problem-solving; ability to explain complex issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate client, vendor, and joint venture contracts in Bahasa Indonesia and English.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks in contract clauses and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for Construction, Electricity (PLTMH), Environmental, Labor, and Trade laws.
• Manage licensing and OSS-related licenses; monitor license validity with relevant authorities.
• Coordinate with external corporate lawyers for escalations and complex litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and maintain organized corporate documentation (articles of association, licenses, approvals).

Job description

Founded in 1994, Paesa Pasindo Engineering is a national private company specializing in integrated infrastructure development across Indonesia. Our core expertise spans road and bridge construction, drainage systems, buildings, factories, pipelines, mechanical-electrical works, and environmental projects.

Over nearly 30 years, Paesa has successfully delivered 180+ infrastructure projects nationwide, from Aceh to Papua, strengthening connectivity, public services, and economic growth across regions. Supported by 3 business units, Construction, Asphalt Hot Mix, and Renewable Energy, Paesa provides end-to-end, reliable, and efficient infrastructure solutions.

Paesa’s clients include leading government institutions and state-owned enterprises such as Kementerian PUPR, provincial and city governments across Indonesia, PLN, Wika, Jasamarga, Waskita, ACSET, Hutama Karya, Nindya Karya, Summarecon, Suryacipta, and multiple PDAMs.

Role Description - Legal Specialist - Multi-Industry (Construction, Manufacturing & Renewable Energy)

• Contract Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements in both Bahasa Indonesia and English, including client contracts (construction, hotmix sales, equipment rental), vendor/subcontractor agreements (procurement, subcontracting), and partnership agreements (joint operations/KSO, NDAs)
• Contract Risk Review: Ensure all contract clauses align with the company's risk management standards and adequately protect the company's legal interests
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure company-wide compliance with regulations across Construction Services, Electricity (particularly PLTMH and renewable energy), Environmental (AMDAL/UKL-UPL), Labor, and Trade/Consumer Protection laws
• Licensing Management: Manage and monitor the validity of all business licenses (NIB, Construction Services License, PLTMH Operating License, Environmental License) through the OSS system and relevant ministries/agencies
• Risk Identification & Litigation Support: Identify potential legal risks across business activities, provide mitigation recommendations, handle incoming legal notices or simple claims, and prepare documentation for complex dispute/litigation matters
• External Legal Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact and coordinate closely with external Corporate Lawyer for escalations, legal opinion requests, and complex litigation/non-litigation matters
• Legal Research & Documentation: Conduct legal research to advise management on new regulations impacting the business, and maintain organized and structured legal/corporate documentation (Articles of Association, Ministry of Law approvals, licenses, contracts, etc.)

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law (S.H.) from a reputable university
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as in-house legal counsel or as an associate at a law firm
• Experience in Construction Services, Renewable Energy, or Manufacturing/Heavy Equipment industries is strongly preferred, but not mandatory
• Excellent contract drafting, review, and negotiation abilities; strong understanding of Civil Law (particularly Contract Law) and Corporate Law (UUPT);
• Good understanding of Construction, Electricity, and Environmental regulations; familiarity with business licensing procedures (OSS); Ability to conduct independent and comprehensive legal research
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify risks in contract clauses and regulations;
• High integrity and strong adherence to compliance principles;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues in accessible language for non-legal management; proactive problem-solver who identifies issues independently;
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines
• Completion of Advocate Professional Education (PKPA); Active advocate license (PERADI); Specific experience handling PLTMH contracts or Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) is strongly preferred

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.