General Counsel, APAC

HUNTER DOUGLAS SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an APAC Legal Head based in Singapore. In this role, you will manage all legal and compliance matters for operations in key APAC markets. Candidates must have 10–15 years of legal experience, capable of providing legal counsel on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and employment matters. Fluency in English and experience working in APAC markets such as China and Australia are essential. Join us to ensure legal compliance and support commercial success across diverse jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15 years of legal experience in a multinational company.
• Qualified to practice in at least one APAC jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of commercial law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal advisor for all APAC business units.
• Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts.
• Implement regional compliance programs and lead training.

Skills

Legal advisory

Commercial contracts

Compliance management

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Law degree from a recognized institution

Job description

ABOUT HUNTER DOUGLAS

Hunter Douglas, founded in 1919 by Henry Sonnenberg, is the global market leader in window coverings (~$22bn global market, 4% CAGR), with 100+ years of operating history and strong market positioning across products, channels, andgeographies.

Hunter Douglas is present in more than 100 countries, with 134 companies, 47 plants and 89 assembly companies, employing ~23,500 people who realize $4.7bn net sales/6% CAGR (50% North America, 40% Europe, 10% rest of world), with a EBITDA margin of ~18%.

For more than 50 years, the architecture and design community has specified project products from Hunter Douglas, the world leader in window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. Our tradition of bringing breakthrough products to market makes us the company of choice for an array of project solutions, including innovative systems for exterior sun louvres, metal, wood or textile ceilings and metal or ceramic façades. We are continually seeking, testing and developing new concepts and products that will enable us to meet ever-more-demanding standards of performance.

From specification to installation, we work with architects, designers and builders to manage functionality, design and acoustics. Our expertise in customization, fabrication, installation and technical support delivers outstanding products with our design hallmark, outstanding performance, and exceptional durability. Hunter Douglas' commitment to sustainability and responsible development is evidenced by our continuous efforts to address environmental concerns, improve production processes, eliminate waste and reduce maintenance.

The Hunter Douglas portfolio includes thousands of high-profile projects around the world, from retail, corporate and commercial facilities; to major transit centers and public spaces; to hospitality, health care and educational/governmental buildings. Major operational centers in Asia, Europe, Latin America and North America give Hunter Douglas an unmatched worldwide presence.

For more details, please visit: https://www.hunterdouglasgroup.com/

OWNERSHIP

Hunter Douglas is privately owned, with 3G (a Brazilian global investment firm and private partnership built on an owner-operator approach to investing over a long-term horizon) as its main shareholder, who acquired it in 2021 and took it private in 2022.

The firm is best known for its long-term investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev, Restaurant Brands International(Burger King, Tim Hortons, Firehouse Subs, and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen), Kraft Heinz as well as partnering with Berkshire Hathaway for its acquisitions. The Sonnenberg family has a 25% ownership stake in Hunter Douglas.

POSITION SUMMARY

The APAC Legal Head will manage all legal and compliance matters across our operations in the region. Based in Singapore, the incumbent will provide legal leadership and counsel to the regional leadership team and support business operations in key APAC markets including but not limited to China, Australia, Southeast Asia, New Zealand, and India.

This position is critical to ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, protecting the company’s interests, and supporting commercial success across diverse jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Business Support

• Serve as the primary legal advisor for all APAC business units.
• Provide legal counsel on a broad range of corporate, commercial, regulatory, and employment matters.
• Support strategic initiatives, partnerships, and joint ventures with legal risk assessments and mitigation strategies.

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts including distribution, manufacturing, procurement, licensing, agency, and sales agreements.
• Ensure contracts are aligned with global policies and local laws.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Implement and monitor regional compliance programs in areas such as anti-corruption (FCPA, UK Bribery Act), competition law, data protection, and export controls.
• Lead training programs to foster a strong culture of compliance and ethical behavior.
• Collaborate with internal audit, finance, and HR teams on compliance investigations and remedial actions.

Corporate Governance

• Oversee legal aspects of corporate governance for regional entities, including board meetings, resolutions, and filings.
• Manage relationships with local company secretaries and external legal counsel.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation Management

• Handle pre-litigation disputes and manage litigation matters in coordination with external counsel.
• Support internal investigations and coordinate responses to government inquiries or regulatory investigations.

People Leadership

• Partner with global legal and functional leaders to align on global legal strategy and policies.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Law degree from a recognized institution; qualified to practice in at least one APAC jurisdiction.
• Minimum 10–15 years of legal experience, including substantial in-house counsel experience in a multinational manufacturing or industrial company.
• Strong knowledge of commercial law, compliance, employment law, and cross-border transactions in APAC.
• Experience working in or with China, Australia, and Southeast Asia markets is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Business acumen and ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in Mandarin or another Asian language is a plus.

HD CULTURE

At HD, team is at the centre of our culture. We aim to attract, develop and retain a diverse team better than ourselves and are evaluated by the quality of our team

Our culture includes leading by example, humility to learn, common sense and taking results personally.

Other Personal Characteristics

• Owner’s mentality.
• Hungry can-do mindset.
• Courage to constructively challenge "ingrained convictions", with willingness to listen, learn and adapt.
• Structured and systematic, yet fast-paced and agile.

LOCATION

Singapore