APAC Corporate Counsel — M&A, Finance, ESG & Disputes

Nexperia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexperia is seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to join our APAC legal team in Malaysia. You will support the Deputy CLO on strategic corporate projects across M&A, finance, tax and treasury, and advise on expansion plans in Malaysia and the Philippines.

You will work closely with Finance, Treasury and Tax, coordinate with senior executives, manage disputes, and oversee external counsel to ensure prudent legal spend and robust governance across the region.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of corporate law or in-house experience.
• Completed university degree in law.
• Experience in international corporate/M&A environments.
• Experience working with Finance, Treasury and Tax departments.
• Experience working with C-suite executives.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy CLO on strategic corporate projects (M&A, finance, tax, treasury).
• Provide legal support for expansion plans in Malaysia and the Philippines.
• Assist with corporate housekeeping and setting up new companies in APAC.
• HR legal support including matters with local trade unions.
• Manage disputes, litigation and claims handling.
• Handle commercial contracting in APAC under supervision.
• Manage outside counsel and legal spending.

Education

Law degree

Job description

Nexperia is seeking an experienced corporate lawyer to join our APAC legal team in Malaysia. You will support the Deputy CLO on strategic corporate projects across M&A, finance, tax and treasury, and advise on expansion plans in Malaysia and the Philippines.

You will work closely with Finance, Treasury and Tax, coordinate with senior executives, manage disputes, and oversee external counsel to ensure prudent legal spend and robust governance across the region.