Legal Counsel - APAC Compliance & Data Privacy

SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Electronics Device Solutions is seeking a Legal Counsel to oversee legal and compliance matters across Singapore, Malaysia, and India. You will advise on corporate, commercial, employment, IP and privacy laws, draft and negotiate agreements, and manage compliance programs.

The role reports to the Senior Manager of Financial Management and requires leadership in risk mitigation and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Law degree required with admitted status in Singapore or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in corporate/commercial law and contract negotiations
• Experience working in a law firm environment
• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration across organizational levels
• Proficiency in English; strong logical and analytical thinking
• Highly motivated with adaptability to a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Advise business units on corporate, commercial, employment, competition, IP, privacy, litigation, anti-corruption and consumer protection laws to ensure compliance and mitigate risk
• Draft, review and negotiate NDAs, sales/distribution, service and consulting contracts
• Manage legal and compliance process systems for efficiency and regulatory adherence
• Oversee disputes and coordinate with external counsel to resolve issues
• Provide clear legal guidance to HQ on regional/global matters
• Administer compliance programs, train employees, maintain records, liaise with HQ
• Update policies to align with Singapore laws and evolving developments
• Monitor legal trends and potential impacts and advise accordingly
• Act as Data Protection Officer and manage data protection compliance

Skills

Contract negotiations

Corporate/commercial law

Legal research & analysis

Communication

Independent / collaborative

Data privacy

Education

Law Degree (LL.B. or JD)

Job description

Samsung Electronics Device Solutions is seeking a Legal Counsel to oversee legal and compliance matters across Singapore, Malaysia, and India. You will advise on corporate, commercial, employment, IP and privacy laws, draft and negotiate agreements, and manage compliance programs.

The role reports to the Senior Manager of Financial Management and requires leadership in risk mitigation and regulatory adherence.