Head of Legal and Compliance, Asia

3 days ago

Downtown Core, Singapore Scan Global Logistics Singapore Pte Ltd Full time

About the role

As the Head of Legal and Compliance, Asia at Scan Global Logistics Singapore Pte Ltd, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the company's operations and practices adhere to all relevant laws, regulations and ethical standards across the Asia region. This full-time, office-based role is located in the Downtown Core Central Region, Singapore.

What you'll be doing

  • Overseeing the legal and compliance functions for Scan Global Logistics' operations in Asia, providing strategic guidance and hands-on support
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements
  • Advising the business on legal and regulatory risks, and developing strategies to mitigate those risks
  • Conduct internal audits and compliance checks.
  • Check of sanctions and trade export control.
  • Monitoring and interpreting changes in relevant laws, regulations and industry standards, and implementing appropriate compliance policies and procedures
  • Collaborating cross-functionally to embed a culture of compliance and ethical business practices
  • Representing the company in dealings with regulatory bodies, government agencies and other external stakeholders
  • Project Management

What we're looking for

  • Strong legal and compliance expertise, with the ability to interpret, apply, and adapt legal principles in fast-evolving business contexts.
  • Experience in the freight forwarding or shipping industries is preferred, with sound understanding of commercial and operational dynamics.
  • Demonstrates strategic judgment; able to balance legal integrity with commercial pragmatism, and to distinguish between ideal outcomes and what is practical for the business.
  • Commercially astute and solutions-oriented, with a track record of providing advice that enables business growth while managing risk responsibly.
  • Agile and adaptable, thrives in environments where priorities shift and decisions must be made on the go, maintaining clarity under pressure.
  • High emotional intelligence (EQ) builds trust, communicates with tact, and manages sensitive issues with empathy and composure.
  • Collaborative mindset, capable of working both independently and across multidisciplinary teams to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to convey complex legal matters clearly to non-legal stakeholders and influence decisions constructively.

What we offer

At Scan Global Logistics, we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling work experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including comprehensive health insurance, generous leave entitlements, and opportunities for professional development and career progression. Our inclusive and collaborative work culture built on our fundamental virtues of, Respect, Integrity, Entrepreneurship and Fun, ensures that we co create a meaningful workplace with our employees.

About us

At Scan Global Logistics, we strive to find new ways to make the world a little less complicated. Scan Global Logistics is a leading global logistics provider, offering a wide range of freight forwarding, warehousing and supply chain services. With a presence in over 60 countries and 200 locations, we pride ourselves in bringing a human approach to everything we do and everyone we meet.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to apply now.

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