We are seeking a Regional Legal, Risk Management & Compliance Manager to lead the establishment of a recent regional function based in Thailand. This role will cover Thailand, India, Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia and will be responsible for building and stabilizing legal, risk management and compliance frameworks across the region. The successful candidate will work closely with Japan Headquarters and local affiliates to provide legal support, manage licenses and permits, strengthen approval workflows, promote compliance programs, and enhance governance practices across multiple countries.
Key Responsibilities
Legal Affairs
Review, draft and revise contracts, agreements, and related legal documents.
Develop, maintain, and update internal regulations, policies, and guidelines.
Analyze contractual risks and propose practical mitigation measures.
Provide legal advice and support to management and business units from a business-operation perspective.
Manage business licenses and permits required in each country.
Conduct legal and regulatory research for new businesses and changes in business models.
Support applications and filings with government authorities.
Coordinate with external law firms and legal counsel and act as a liaison between regional entities and Japan Headquarters Legal Department.
Risk Management
Establish a common risk management framework across the Southeast Asia and India region.
Develop and maintain risk assessment frameworks, including methods to identify, analyze, and monitor business risks.
Operate and maintain the approval workflow / approval request system.
Develop and maintain approval of rules and delegation-of-authority policies.
Analyze system utilization and propose operational improvements.
Develop and implement employee training programs on risk management.
Conduct awareness activities to enhance risk sensitivity and risk awareness.
Provide guidance and support to subsidiaries in each country.
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