M&A Senior Legal Counsel

App Group; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 600,000,000 - 1,200,000,000; Full time

Job summary

APP Group is seeking an accomplished M&A lawyer to lead and support end-to-end M&A transactions. You will draft, review, and negotiate essential deal documents, perform due diligence, and coordinate with internal and external advisors to ensure timely, compliant closures.

The role requires a Bachelor of Law with at least 10 years in M&A, strong Indonesian law knowledge, and willingness to travel. Join us within one month notice if possible to contribute to strategic initiatives and growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in M&A, either in a top law firm or in-house corporate legal

Responsibilities

• Lead and support end-to-end merger and acquisition transactions from initiation to closing and post-completion activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs, Engagement Letters, NBOs, BOs, SPAs, and other transaction documents.

Skills

M&A experience

Legal analysis

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

At APP Group, our innovation drives opportunity, making us your gateway to a career that champions inclusivity, growth and sustainable future.

Why Join Us?

• Work with international teams and gain valuable experience in a diverse and dynamic global finance environment.
• Be part of a leading company in the paper production industry, known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation.
• Engage in complex financial analysis and reporting that supports strategic decision-making and drives business success.

What You Will Experience:

• Lead and support end-to-end merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions, from deal initiation through closing and post-completion activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to M&A transactions, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Engagement Letters, Non-Binding Offers (NBOs), Binding Offers (BOs), Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPAs), and other transaction documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence (LDD) or review LDD reports prepared by external legal advisors, identify legal risks, and provide practical recommendations.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure timely execution of M&A transactions and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide legal support for corporate projects and other strategic initiatives relevant to the Legal function.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks throughout the transaction lifecycle while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

What is Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Law; Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in M&A, either in a reputable law firm or an in-house corporate legal function.
• Strong experience handling end-to-end M&A transactions, including legal documentation, negotiations, and legal due diligence.
• Excellent knowledge of Indonesian corporate and commercial laws; cross-border transaction experience is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willing to travel as required for business needs.
• Available to join within 1 month notice period or earlier.

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