Regional Legal Counsel, Asia Pacific

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping. As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too. Who You Are You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to easily network in an international and cross-cultural environment, working in line with Alfa Laval drivers; Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks. A focus on continuous improvement is in your DNA. You build trust, by clear communication with no prestige. If the above sounds like you, this position might be just what you’re looking for! About The Job We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Regional Legal Counsel, Asia Pacific to lead the legal agenda across the region, excluding China and India. As the senior legal advisor for the region, you will partner closely with regional and country management to enable business growth, identify opportunities and manage legal, commercial and ethical risks. You will also connect the regional business with Alfa Laval’s global Legal and Compliance network. This is an individual-contributor role with broad regional responsibility. Success requires someone who takes ownership, anticipates emerging needs and proactively engages the business with timely, practical legal guidance. The position is based in Singapore or Malaysia and reports to Managing Director, SEA, with a functional connection to Alfa Laval Group Legal and Compliance. Job Description Serve as the overall legal lead for Asia Pacific, while directly handling commercial and operational legal matters across South East Asia. Active member of South East Asia Management Team. Translate business priorities into a clear regional legal agenda and drive its implementation. Provide practical legal advice and sound commercial, legal and ethical risk assessments. Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including customer, supplier, distributor, service, project and partnership agreements. Advise and guide management on corporate governance and compliance matters, primarily anti-bribery and anti-corruption, export control and sanctions, Implement and continuously improve legal policies, processes, contract templates and supporting tools across the region. Build legal and compliance capability through practical training, communication and knowledge sharing. Manage disputes, claims, investigations and litigation, coordinating external counsel as required. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and translate them into relevant business actions. Manage external legal resources effectively, including scope, quality and cost. What You Know You are a confident and pragmatic legal professional who combines strong legal judgement with commercial understanding. You build trust with senior stakeholders while maintaining the independence to question, challenge and escalate when necessary. You are comfortable operating independently across multiple countries, cultures and legal systems without relying on a local legal team. You bring: A recognized law degree and admission or qualification to practise law in a relevant jurisdiction.. At least 7 years of relevant experience gained in a reputable commercial law firm and/or an in-house legal function within a multinational company. Strong business acumen and the ability to balance commercial opportunities with appropriate legal and ethical risk management. The confidence and credibility to advise and constructively challenge senior management. What’s In It For You You will join an international, open and friendly environment where we help one another develop and create value for our customers, people and planet. This role offers the opportunity to: Shape and lead the legal agenda for a diverse and strategically important region. Work closely with senior business leaders and Alfa Laval’s global Legal and Compliance network. Influence important commercial and strategic decisions across multiple markets. Develop professionally in a company that values initiative, collaboration and leadership. Make a tangible contribution to Alfa Laval’s future success. Please apply through the link above no later than 4th September 2026. We are conducting a continuous review of received applications. We do not accept applications via email, due to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).