Regional Legal Counsel - South Asia Pacific (Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

Hilti (Canada) Corporation; Singapore; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Regional Legal Counsel based in Kuala Lumpur. The role requires extensive legal expertise across various domains including corporate law, contract management, and compliance. The successful candidate will support legal matters and contribute to strategic initiatives across the South Asia Pacific Region. Candidates with substantial regional market experience and strong communication skills are encouraged to apply for this exciting opportunity with international exposure.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and career support

Opportunities for international mobility

Varied roles and market exposure

Annual review process for talent development

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 8-10 years of experience, ideally in top-tier law firms or multinationals.
• Knowledge of employment/labor law, corporate, and commercial law.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in legal compliance, contract management, and negotiations across the region.
• Provide legal advice to various teams following Hilti policies.
• Conduct training on legal and compliance topics.

Skills

Legal and compliance skills

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

LL.B from a reputable university

LL.M

Tools

MS Office

Job description

What's the role?

The Regional Legal Counsel is involved in full-spectrum legal & compliance topics, including employment/labor law matters, intellectual property, compliance, corporate and commercial law. Operating as a supplier to the construction, semiconductor/data center, software (in construction), and energy/industry sectors.

The Regional Legal Counsel will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, reporting to the Region Head of Legal and Compliance based in Singapore. The responsibility will cover the South Asia Pacific Region (i.e., Southeast Asia, India, Australia, and New Zealand).

What does the role involve?

1. Assist and support the Region Head of Legal and Compliance in all legal and compliance matters, including the roll-out of global contracting concepts (sales, services, and software) and regionalization of contracts according to local law requirements.
2. Provide legal advice on all legal matters to the Global/Regional and Hilti Market Organizations teams in the region in line with Hilti group policies and procedures.
3. Be the primary support (including global alignments) for all employment/labor law and corporate matters arising from the various Hilti legal entities in the region.
4. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial or project sales contracts, including contract administration matters. Examples include corporate or financial documentation, tenancy agreements, employment contracts, sales/EPC contracts, NDAs, logistics/services contracts, product liability/warranty documents, distributor agreements, and other legal/commercial documents.
5. Participate in global legal initiatives and implement all globally cascaded policies and initiatives in the region.
6. Support the Region Head of Legal and Compliance in managing external legal counsels.
7. Conduct presentations and training for business teams on legal and compliance topics, as required.

What you need is:

1. Qualified lawyer with 8-10 years of experience, ideally gained in a top-tier law firm and/or a multinational company.
2. Candidates may be qualified in any competent jurisdiction in the region.
3. Substantial experience working in the regional market with a clear understanding of its business norms. Knowledge of employment/labor law, corporate, and commercial law. Experience in sales/project contracting in energy, civil/construction infrastructure, oil and gas/offshore wind sectors is strongly preferred.
4. Experience reviewing and negotiating legal/commercial contracts, and in contracts administration.
5. Strong legal and compliance skills with a proven record of handling complex legal matters.
6. LL.B from a reputable university; LL.M is advantageous.
7. Entrepreneurial, business, and target-oriented mindset. Ability to assess risks and opportunities and act ethically.
8. Ability to manage legal projects proactively, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
9. Excellent organizational and communication skills, capable of translating complex legal matters into business language. A team player with an independent work style, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
10. Good interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
11. Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment, with a good sense of humor.
12. Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
13. Fluent in English; additional regional languages are advantageous.
14. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Why should you apply?

We have an excellent mix of people, which makes for a vibrant, innovative, and productive team. Success at Hilti depends on teamwork and ability, regardless of background.

What do we offer?

We provide comprehensive training and support to excel in your role. You will have significant responsibilities and the autonomy to deliver outstanding results. Opportunities for international mobility, varied roles, and market exposure are available to help you grow your career. Our thorough annual review process ensures talent development and alignment with career goals.