Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia The British American Tobacco Group Full time

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together

BAT MALAYSIA IS LOOKING FOR A LEGAL COUNSEL

SENIORITY LEVEL: Mid Management Level

FUNCTION: Legal & External Affairs

SALARY RANGE: Basic salary + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Damansara City, KL

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

The role is responsible for providing the legal advice and support to the organization, also leading the legal litigation and dispute resolution matters of the group.

Reports to: Senior Legal Counsel

Reporting Level: Manage Self & Others

Geographic Scope: Direct Reporting Business Units

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

  • Counsel the business functions in legal matters as part of the Legal team, to ensure compliance with legislation and provide comprehensive risk assessment when interpreting ambiguous legislation.
  • Lead the litigation activities and cases including strategizing and collaborating closely with external counsels, supervising the progress of cases and providing management with regular updates.
  • Supervise industry relevant regulatory and litigation developments, provide timely impact analysis into the business and regulatory planning processes, anticipate potential threats to the business.
  • Involvement in planning, projects and day to day operations of the business, monitoring and counselling during the creative process in order to ensure legal compliance.
  • Draft and counsel on business-related agreements, deliver effective and easy-to-use contract templates to ensure that BATM Group's interests are adequately protected and in accordance with the BATM standards and policy.
  • Provide transactional (negotiation and documentation) counsel to the business.
  • Counsel the business in anti-competition and data protection matters.

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

  • Ability to build a strong working relationship and common respect to the collaborator.
  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced multinational environment.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Possess a recognized law degree with at least 5 years' working experience in corporate & commercial area.
  • Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.
  • Possess strong writing, drafting, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Adaptable to handle matters on an independent basis.
  • Good commercial and business sense, with the ability to bring authoritative advice and problem-solving skills to the business functions.
  • A standout colleague who is able to work with peers and senior management with strong influencing and problem-solving skills, encouraging trust and confidence.
  • Proactive, organized, resourceful and cost-conscious.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)

• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives

• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.

• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills

• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?
We're one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

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