Legal Counsel
Ocean Network Express · Bangkok, Bangkok City, Thailand
Tailor my CV for this job — freeResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive corporate legal advice to leadership, including guidance on corporate governance, entity structuring, joint ventures, and general corporate risk management.Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of legal documentation, including maritime, corporate, and commercial contracts.Advise internal stakeholders and regional business units on legal matters relating to dayto-day operations and strategic initiatives.Partner closely with business units on legal and compliance matters, providing constructive challenge on the commercial and legal viability of proposed corporate and commercial transactions.Lead and coordinate legal and compliance risk analysis, including corporate due diligence for M&A or strategic investments, working alongside internal stakeholders and external counsel.Oversee corporate secretarial functions and ensure ongoing corporate compliance across regional entities.Manage compliance-related workstreams, including policy advice, training delivery, thirdparty due diligence, and screening processes.Take ownership of moderately complex matters with limited supervision, escalating appropriately on novel or high-risk issues.QualificationsLL.B or J.D. from a recognized institution, with qualification to practice law, and strong knowledge and practical experience in English common law principles, frameworks, and jurisprudence.3–5 years' post-qualification experience in private practice and/or an in-house legal team, with expertise in maritime, corporate, compliance, or related practice areas.Strong foundation in general corporate advisory, with proven experience managing corporate governance structures and resolving complex corporate legal issues.Demonstrated track record independently drafting, advising on, and negotiating a variety of contracts, and/or leading compliance matters.Strong ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively across teams and regions.Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong organizational and stakeholder management skills.Sound commercial judgment, a proactive mindset, and high personal ownership of work products.Experience in the shipping/maritime/logistics industry and/or compliance work is highly preferred.Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
- Group Life Coverage: THB 350,000
- OPD Benefit: THB 3,000 per visit (up to 31 visits per year)
- Dental Benefit: THB 4,000 per year
- Vision Allowance: THB 2,000 per year
- Provident Fund
- Annual Leave: 10 days per year
- Personal Business Leave: 5 days per year
- Driving License Leave: 1 day per year