Legal Counsel

5 days ago

Singapore DADACONSULTANTS PTE. LTD. Full time

**Main Responsibilities**:
Data Compliance Leadership:

- Develop and implement a scalable data compliance (including data privacy and protection) strategy and framework in one region, (one of: Japan and Korea, USA or EU).
- Lead external local legal resources on execution of strategy and framework to ensure compliance and the highest standard.
- Ensure compliance with international data laws and advise stakeholders on regulatory developments.

Local Entity Compliance:

- Ensure that all local legal entities operate in full compliance with the laws and regulations of the jurisdictions in which they are registered or operate.
- Oversee the maintenance of local entity registration, reporting, and other statutory obligations.
- Provide guidance and counsel to local teams on governance, regulatory reporting, and compliance with local labor, tax, and corporate laws.
- Coordinate with local legal teams and external counsel to ensure compliance with region-specific regulatory requirements, including business licenses, corporate filings, and corporate governance.
- Monitor changes in local laws and regulations, ensuring timely updates and compliance adjustments across all local entities.

**Secondary Responsibilities**:
Commercial Legal Support:

- Support commercial legal needs, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Provide legal advice on upcoming commercial strategies and initiatives.
- Translate legal requirements into actionable, business-friendly policies that integrate seamlessly into product development, marketing, and operations.

Intellectual Property:

- Provide advice on intellectual property matters, including innovations and strategies that require IP protection.
- Oversee agreements involving IP licensing and commercialization.

Risk Mitigation:

- Establish proactive measures to manage and mitigate data-related and other commercial risks.
- Ensure operational data handling, governance, and contractual arrangements are robust, reducing exposure to legal and reputational risks.
- Translate legal requirements into actionable, business-friendly policies that integrate seamlessly into product development, marketing, and operations.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in law with admission to a recognized bar. Data Privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP/E, CIPM) are highly valued but not mandatory.
- 7+ years of experience with a strong focus on data privacy, data protection, and data compliance, with additional experience in commercial legal work.
- Well-versed in privacy laws across one or more jurisdictions: the US, EU, Japan, and Korea.
- Experience with commercial contracts and/or IP law is an advantage.
- Resourceful and capable of managing big-picture strategies while drilling into granular details as needed.
- Effective in utilizing and guiding overseas resources, including external counsel.Send me your resume via WhatsApp ❤

EA Registration Number: R22108564

Data provided is for recruitment purposes only

Business Registration Number: 201735941W.

Licence Number: 18S9037

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