Senior Legal & Compliance Counsel | Kuala Lumpur, MY

Allianz; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Allianz is seeking a Senior Legal & Compliance Counsel to provide legal guidance and ensure compliance across operations. This strategic role involves advising on legal matters, managing compliance issues, and developing policies to align with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in legal and compliance, particularly in the insurance sector, and possess strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of legal and compliance experience, preferably within the insurance sector.
• Knowledge of Singaporean legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on insurance, corporate, commercial, and other business activities.
• Evaluate, investigate, and resolve compliance and data privacy issues.
• Develop and update policies to ensure adherence to relevant regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Allianz Services is part of Allianz Group, one of the world's leading insurers and asset managers, operating as a single business segment by consolidating various businesses from different parent companies. Allianz Services manages service delivery operations in Romania, India, Mauritius, and Morocco, and runs consulting hubs in Germany, USA, Italy, France, and Singapore with nearly 6,000 employees worldwide.

Job Description

Join us as our Senior Legal & Compliance Counsel—a trusted advisor in Legal, Compliance, and Data Privacy. In this strategic role, you will ensure our operations are compliant and future-ready, supporting business growth with confidence. You will collaborate with various teams to provide proactive legal guidance and mitigate legal and regulatory risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on insurance, corporate, commercial, and other business activities, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents, reports, policies, and procedures.
• Support and advise on contentious matters involving the company.
• Implement and communicate policies and procedures within the department and organization.
• Evaluate, investigate, and resolve compliance and data privacy issues.
• Develop and update policies to ensure adherence to relevant regulations and legislation.
• Stay informed about industry trends and regulatory developments, especially regarding new products and services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of legal and compliance experience, preferably within the insurance sector.
• Knowledge of Singaporean legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across functions and cultures.

At Allianz Group, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone feels empowered. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Join us and help shape a better future. Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.

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