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Head of Legal Compliance

Amara Communications - YFCI · Yangon Region, Myanmar

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Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement corporate affairs, government relations, public relations, legal, and compliance strategies aligned with the company’s business objectives.Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, regulators, industry associations, business partners, and other key stakeholders.Oversee regulatory and compliance matters and ensure the company operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and government requirements.Monitor changes in laws, regulations, government policies, and industry developments and assess their potential impact on the business.Lead corporate communications, including media relations, press releases, corporate announcements, and external communications.Provide strategic advice to senior management on legal, regulatory, compliance, government relations, and reputational risks.Identify and manage legal and regulatory risks and coordinate with internal stakeholders and external legal counsel when required.Develop and maintain corporate policies, compliance frameworks, procedures, and governance standards.Represent the company in meetings with government authorities, regulators, industry associations, conferences, and other stakeholder forums.Lead, manage, and develop the Corporate Affairs, Legal & Compliance team while coordinating cross-functional initiatives across the organization.Support senior management in managing sensitive corporate, regulatory, legal, and stakeholder-related matters.Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.Professional legal or compliance qualifications will be an added advantage.8–12 years of relevant experience in corporate affairs, government relations, legal, regulatory affairs, compliance, or a related field, preferably at a managerial or leadership level.Strong knowledge of Myanmar laws, regulatory frameworks, government processes, corporate governance, and compliance requirements.Proven experience in managing relationships with government authorities, regulators, industry associations, and other key stakeholders.Strong understanding of corporate legal, regulatory, compliance, and reputational risk management.Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Ability to provide sound advice and recommendations to senior management on complex corporate, legal, regulatory, and compliance matters.High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.