Legal & Compliance Director

TRIUMPH LEAD (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Singapore is seeking a Director of Legal to handle all legal and compliance matters across its global operations. The ideal candidate will possess a law degree and extensive experience in multinational legal environments, focusing on international law, trade compliance, and risk management. This role requires exceptional negotiation and analytical skills, alongside the ability to foster compliance culture across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive legal experience within multinational manufacturing or industrial companies.
• Deep expertise in international contract law, trade controls, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the legal and compliance framework.
• Establish and enforce internal legal management standards and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with overseas business heads and oversee external legal advisors.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Cross-Cultural Communication

Education

Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent)

Job description

About Lingyi iTECH
Lingyi iTECH (Stock Code: 002600) is a top-tier global supplier to leading consumer electronics brands including Apple, Samsung, and Tesla. In 2024, we achieved revenue of CNY 44.2 billion (+29.6% YoY), driven by strong growth in AI terminals, automotive, and clean energy. With industry-leading expertise in precision components, module assembly, and smart manufacturing, we are committed to innovation, quality, and excellence on a global scale.

Overview:

We are looking for a highly experienced legal leader to take ownership of all legal and compliance matters across our global manufacturing operations. The Director will be the company’s trusted legal advisor, responsible for mitigating legal risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting the company’s interests in complex international environments.

Key Responsibilities:

· Overseas Legal Framework Development – Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the legal and compliance framework for the company’s overseas business units, manufacturing plants, and subsidiaries across multiple jurisdictions.

· Legal Governance & Standards – Establish and enforce internal legal management standards, policies, and operating procedures to ensure consistency, transparency, and compliance across all overseas entities.

· Risk Management– Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks related to cross-border operations, including contract management, regulatory compliance, trade controls, and employment law.

· Compliance Culture Building – Promote a strong compliance mindset by designing and delivering training programs, conducting audits, and embedding legal controls into daily business processes.

· Cross-Functional Partnership – Collaborate closely with overseas business heads, operations, HR, finance, and supply chain teams to ensure legal considerations are integrated into strategic and operational decision-making.

· External Counsel Management – Select, coordinate, and oversee external legal advisors to ensure effective, cost-efficient, and business-aligned legal support in different jurisdictions.

· International Representation – Act as the company’s legal representative in major overseas negotiations, disputes, and governmental or regulatory interactions, safeguarding corporate interests on a global scale.

Qualifications:

· Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) from a recognized institution; admission to practice law preferred.

· Minimum 10 years of progressive legal experience within multinational manufacturing or industrial companies.

· Deep expertise in international contract law, trade and export controls, employment law, intellectual property protection, and regulatory compliance.

· Demonstrated ability to build and lead comprehensive legal and compliance frameworks from the ground up.

· Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with an ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to diverse stakeholders.

· Excellent cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills.

· Willingness and ability to travel internationally up to 40% of the time.