Chief Legal Counsel, Asia Region
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The Chief Legal Counsel, Asia, serves the legal needs of Marsh (The ?Company?) throughout Asia, and is responsible for managing a team of lawyers and other professional legal staff in Singapore and across the region. The Chief Legal Counsel provides legal advice and guidance to senior management on a wide range of issues including but not limited to: corporate contracts, litigation & claims, corporate issues, business structures and models, M&A, property acquisitions, tax, employment issues, risk management and regulatory issues.
Responsibilities
Advise on a range of legal issues, including corporate, tax, employment, insurance and reinsurance
Oversee the drafting and review of contracts and related documents for the procurement of goods and services, confidentiality of proprietary information, employment, leases of space and equipment, and software licenses.
Analyse a broad range of complex laws and regulations affecting the operations of the company including those arising from corporate structures and business models
Represent the company and/or senior executives and managers in legal proceedings and/or supervise such representation,
Engage outside counsel on complex legal issues, and supervise and coordinate all work sent to external law firms
Anticipate and identify legal issues of concern to the senior management team and develop legal strategies and solutions, often in situations of high risk with limited time for assessing alternatives.
Work closely with regional heads of finance, human resources and compliance in relation to reviewing business practices/ corporate structures, training and investigations.
Educational, Professional and Functional Qualification
Admitted to practice law, preferably in Singapore or Malaysia. Candidates admitted in England & Wales, US, Canada, Australia or New Zealand will also be considered although this is a local position.
Willingness to travel throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Experience
A minimum of 10 years Post Qualification Experience working with a reputable law firm or in-house, preferably in the legal department of multi-national company with responsibility for M&A, contract drafting and review, negotiations and administration.?
Experience with the insurance industry and insurance regulations is highly desirable.
Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive local remuneration package that is commensurate with their qualifications and experience.
If you believe you are able to contribute to Marsh?s growth and want to be part of our challenging and dynamic work environment, please email detailed curriculum vitae with your contact details to hr.specialty@marsh.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit us at www.marsh.com.sg
Marsh is the risk and insurance unit of Marsh & McLennan Companies.