Legal Manager

Job Description

Position Title Legal Manager

Job Level Manager

Division CEO office

Reporting to General Counsel, APAC

Job Purpose

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objective of the job Legal Manager is responsible for overseeing the legal aspects of the company’s operations, ensuring compliance with local and international laws and regulations. This role involves providing strategic legal advice to management, managing legal risks, and overseeing the resolution of legal disputes.

Key Responsibilities

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duties and job

responsibilities · Legal Strategy Development: Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the company's business objectives to mitigate legal risks and support growth initiatives. · Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and protecting the company’s interests. · Compliance Oversight: Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across all aspects of the company’s operations. · Corporate Governance and Company Secretary Responsibilities: Serve as Company Secretary, including supporting board and committee meetings, maintaining statutory records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising on corporate governance best practices. · Policy Development and Implementation: Develop, review, and update company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and promote ethical behavior within the organization. · Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide accurate and timely advice to management and other stakeholders. · Regulatory Affairs Management: Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory agencies, manage regulatory submissions and inquiries, and ensure timely compliance with regulatory requirements.

(for recruitment purposes only)

· APAC Center of Excellence Support: Support the APAC Center of Excellence model by coordinating and responding to regional initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and facilitating the implementation of requests and projects driven by the APAC office.

Skills & Competencies

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the job · Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of corporate law, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, litigation, and other relevant areas of law applicable to the insurance industry. · Strong analytical abilities to assess legal risks, interpret complex legal documents, and provide strategic advice to support business decisions. · Ability to identify legal issues, propose effective solutions, and mitigate risks while balancing legal and business considerations. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex legal concepts to diverse audiences, including senior management and external stakeholders. · Ability to develop and implement legal strategies aligned with business objectives, anticipating future legal challenges and opportunities. · Flexibility to adapt to changing legal landscapes, business needs, and priorities, ensuring agility in responding to legal challenges.

Qualifications

Field of study and

experiences · Bachelor’s degree in Law is a must. A Master’s degree in Law (LL.M) or a relevant field is preferred. · Minimum of 6-8 years of progressively responsible experience in legal roles within the insurance industry, with a focus on non-life insurance. · In-depth knowledge of insurance laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to non-life insurance. · Experience in handling legal aspects of insurance product development, distribution, and claims processing. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Thai and English. · Strong leadership abilities with experience in managing legal teams and collaborating effectively with stakeholders across the organization.