AVP-Head of Legal Commercial B2C

Indosat; Asia; On-site; PEN 285,000 - 570,000; Full time

Job summary

Indosat is seeking a seasoned Legal Counsel: General Business to provide expert advice across corporate, commercial, and technology law. You will structure, draft, negotiate, and approve contracts and policies to protect the company’s interests while supporting rapid GTM initiatives.

The role requires a licensed lawyer with 7–10 years' experience, strong leadership, and fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law from a reputable Indonesian university.
• Active PERADI license preferred.
• 7–10 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Experience in corporate law, consumer protection, and data privacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advisory and consultation to business teams.
• Conduct legal research and prepare analyses for decisions.
• Oversee contract management and negotiation for commercial compliance.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement internal policies to improve governance.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation where needed.
• Monitor compliance and report to leadership.

Skills

Legal Research

Professional Writing

Corporate Governance

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Active PERADI license

Job description

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The Legal Counsel: General Business role provides expert legal advice and counsel across a broad spectrum of business law areas, ensuring the organization's legal rights and obligations are upheld. This role is responsible for researching, analyzing, and interpreting legal matters, identifying potential risks, and developing strategies to mitigate them. A primary purpose is to structure, draft, negotiate, and approve a variety of legal documents, including contracts and policies, to protect the company's interests. Key areas of focus include corporate law, business law, customer protection law, electronic transaction law, intellectual property, employment law, anti-competition law, personnal data protection, AI and technology law, and compliance, often involving representation in dispute resolution processes. This position requires a qualified lawyer with admission to practice law, capable of both internal counsel and liaising with external legal resources on complex matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (S.H.) from a reputable Indonesian university. Holding an active Indonesian Advocates Association (PERADI) license is highly preferred and considered a distinct advantage.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 7–10 years of post-qualification legal experience, with a proven track record in a reputable corporate law firm (top-tier preferred) and/or as senior in-house counsel in a fast-paced corporate environment or high-growth industry.
• Leadership & Team Management: At least 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity, demonstrating a strong track record of leading legal teams, mentoring junior/officer-level counsels, and driving cross-functional legal projects.
• Subject Matter & Regulatory Expertise: Comprehensive working knowledge across key legal domains, including:Commercial & Contract Law (complex multi-party partnerships, revenue-sharing models, and strategic procurement/sales);Consumer Protection (Law No. 8/1999) and Advertising Standards (Etika Pariwara Indonesia);Competition & Antitrust Law (Law No. 5/1999 and KPPU regulatory practices);Personal Data Protection (Law No. 27/2022) and Electronic Information & Transactions (UU ITE);Telecommunications regulatory framework (Komdigi regulations, licensing, tariff policies, and KYC/registration requirements);Dispute resolution mechanisms (negotiation, mediation, BPSK proceedings, and formal litigation/arbitration);Familiarity with emerging AI governance, digital intellectual property, and technology law.
• Behavioral Attributes & Leadership:Commercial Enabler Mindset: A pragmatic, business-oriented problem-solver who effectively balances robust legal safeguards with commercial urgency.Decisiveness & Tough-Mindedness: Composed, resilient, and decisive under tight Go-To-Market (GTM) deadlines and high-stakes commercial negotiations.
• Operational Readiness: Willingness and physical capability to travel across Indonesian regions/circles for on-ground commercial reviews, dealer audits, local stakeholder alignments, and dispute hearings.
• Language & Productivity Tools: Full professional proficiency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia. Proficient in contract lifecycle management systems, legal research platforms, and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Key Responsibilities

Workflow

Key Responsibility

Legal Advisory and Consultation

Ensure the quality and accuracy of legal advice provided to the organization, especially to the Commercial team.

Legal Research and Analysis

Ensure the thoroughness and accuracy of legal research and analysis conducted by the team.

Contract Management and Negotiation

Ensure the legal soundness and commercial viability of all contracts, providing final approval and oversight of the contract lifecycle.

Risk Identification and Mitigation

Ensure the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies across the organization.

Policy Development and Implementation

Ensure the consistent application of legal standards and improved organizational governance.

Dispute Resolution and Litigation Support

Ensure the effective resolution of legal disputes through appropriate strategies and oversight.

Compliance Monitoring and Reporting

Proactively identify and remediate compliance gaps, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and internal policies.

Skills

• Legal Research & Professional Writing
• Corporate Governance & Corrective Action
• Internal Controls & Reporting
• Regulatory Compliance & Programme Development