Head of Legal, FMCG

Larson Maddox; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce and retail company in Singapore seeks a legal professional to build and lead its legal function across Southeast Asia. Responsibilities include drafting agreements, ensuring compliance with laws, and advising senior management. The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor and has 5-10 years of experience in corporate law, with strong communication and negotiation skills. Fluency in English and proficiency in a Southeast Asian language is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the bar in a relevant jurisdiction.
• 5-10 years of progressive legal experience, preferably in-house.
• Expertise in corporate law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Ensure compliance with laws across Southeast Asian countries.
• Oversee board resolutions and statutory filings.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks.
• Advise senior management on legal issues.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Education

Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree

Job description

About the Role

This leadership role is responsible for building and leading the legal function across Southeast Asia for a fast‑growing organization in the e‑commerce and retail industry. The position requires a proactive, business‑mindful legal professional who can shape legal strategy, ensure compliance, and manage risk in a dynamic, multi‑jurisdictional environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements; implement standardized templates and processes.
• Ensure compliance with laws across multiple Southeast Asian countries; monitor legislative changes; manage regulatory filings and licenses.
• Oversee board resolutions, shareholder communications, and statutory filings; manage company formations and dissolutions.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks; manage disputes and liaise with external counsel.
• Advise senior management on legal and business issues; contribute to business strategy.
• Engage and oversee external legal advisors; manage budgets and quality of service.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree; admitted to the bar in a relevant jurisdiction.
• 5‑10 years of progressive legal experience, preferably in‑house or advising businesses in Southeast Asia.
• Expertise in corporate law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and governance; experience in e‑commerce, media, or retail is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and project‑management skills.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in a major Southeast Asian language is an advantage.