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ตำแหน่งผู้จัดการฝ่ายกฎหมายมีบทบาทสำคัญในการจัดการและดูแลงานด้านกฎหมายขององค์กร โดยจะทำหน้าที่ให้คำปรึกษา วิเคราะห์ ตรวจสอบ และรักษาประโยชน์ของบริษัท ให้เป็นไปตามกฎหมายและกฎระเบียบที่เกี่ยวข้อง

หน้าที่หลัก:

• วิเคราะห์และให้คำปรึกษาด้านกฎหมายเกี่ยวกับนโยบาย สัญญา และธุรกรรมต่าง ๆ ของบริษัท
• ตรวจสอบและทบทวนสัญญาและข้อตกลงต่าง ๆ เพื่อให้แน่ใจว่าเป็นไปตามกฎหมายและคุ้มครองผลประโยชน์ของบริษัท
• ประสานงานและให้ความร่วมมือกับหน่วยงานภายนอก เช่น หน่วยงานราชการ ที่ปรึกษากฎหมาย เป็นต้น
• ควบคุม ติดตามและแก้ไขปัญหาต่าง ๆ ที่อาจเกิดขึ้นด้านกฎหมายขององค์กร
• สอดส่องตรวจสอบกฎ ระเบียบ และกฎหมายใหม่ ๆ ที่ประกาศใช้ และนำมาปรับใช้ในการทำงานขององค์กร

ทักษะ คุณสมบัติ และประสบการณ์:

• วุฒิการศึกษาระดับปริญญาตรีหรือปริญญาโท สาขานิติศาสตร์ (LL.B หรือ LL.M) และมีใบอนุญาตทนายความที่ถูกต้อง
• มีประสบการณ์ด้านกฎหมายธุรกิจอย่างน้อย 7–10 ปี ในบริษัทมหาชน
• มีความรู้ด้านกฎหมายไทยอย่างลึกซึ้ง เช่น กฎหมายบริษัท กฎหมายแรงงาน กฎหมายพาณิชย์ และกฎหมายภาษี
• มีทักษะในการเจรจา วิเคราะห์ และจัดทำเอกสารทางกฎหมายอย่างมืออาชีพ
• มีประสบการณ์ในการประสานงานกับหน่วยงานราชการและที่ปรึกษากฎหมายภายนอก
• สามารถปฏิบัติงาน เสาร์เว้นเสาร์

A leading digital asset organisation is seeking a Chief Legal and Compliance Officer to spearhead its legal and compliance functions.

What you'll do:

As Chief Legal and Compliance Officer – Digital Asset, you will play a vital part in ensuring that every aspect of the organisation's crypto operations aligns with global regulatory expectations while fostering an environment where innovation can thrive.

SEC Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Monitor and interpret regulatory developments impacting digital assets, capital markets, and Bitcoin holdings, with a focus on SEC compliance.
• Ensure adherence to AML/KYC frameworks, securities laws, corporate governance standards, and digital asset regulations across jurisdictions.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators (including the SEC), auditors, and external legal counsel on compliance matters.

Policy Development & Risk Management

• Design, implement, and enforce internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls tailored to the Company's crypto-native operations.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and compliance audits to identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Establish frameworks for monitoring, reporting, and escalation of compliance risks.

Strategic Legal Counsel

• Advise senior leadership on legal matters related to corporate structuring, securities law, cross-border operations, tokenized investment products, treasury activities, and blockchain partnerships.
• Provide legal input into capital market transactions, strategic acquisitions, financing agreements, and commercial deals.
• Shape the Company's positioning in response to evolving digital asset laws while pursuing strategic innovation.

Contract & Transaction Management

• Oversee negotiation, drafting, and execution of contracts across all business lines.
• Conduct legal due diligence for transactions involving Bitcoin treasury operations, tokenized products, media licensing agreements, and other crypto-related ventures.

Governance & Training

• Support the board with governance best practices, shareholder rights management, and corporate disclosures.
• Drive a culture of compliance through company-wide training programs focused on regulatory obligations tied to product launches, partnerships, and market entry.

What you bring:

• To excel as Chief Legal and Compliance Officer – Digital Asset you will bring extensive experience from senior positions within financial services or fintech environments—ideally with direct exposure to digital asset businesses.
• Deep knowledge of SEC regulations governing securities law and digital assets; familiarity with AML/KYC frameworks is essential.
• Crypto-native expertise: strong understanding of blockchain technology applications in capital markets and digital fund management.
• Law degree (JD/LLB) with admission to practice in relevant jurisdiction; advanced certifications in finance or compliance (e.g., CAMS or ICA) preferred.
• Experience engaging with regulatory bodies across multiple jurisdictions.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands at the forefront of digital asset innovation—combining Bitcoin treasury management expertise with pioneering ventures in blockchain technology. By joining this team you become part of a network committed not only to regulatory excellence but also to responsible growth within one of today's most dynamic industries.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career to new heights by guiding legal strategy at the cutting edge of digital assets we invite you to explore this unique opportunity further.

Apply today — your next challenge awaits

Due to the high volume of applications, our team will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited

Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and revise various types of contracts, agreements, and legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Provide legal advice and support to management and internal departments on business operations, compliance, and regulatory issues.
• Conduct legal research and prepare reports or opinions on relevant laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with external parties, such as government agencies, law firms, and business partners, regarding legal matters.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation processes, if required.

Qualifications (can be adjusted):

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law.
• Good knowledge of contract law, corporate law, and related regulations.
• Strong drafting and reviewing skills in both Thai and English.
• Proficiency in English (reading and writing contracts).
• (Optional) Lawyer license is an advantage but not required.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support to various departments across the company.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including commercial contracts, NDAs, MOUs, and vendor agreements.
• Ensure the company complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including corporate, labor, data protection, and industry-specific legislation.
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution matters, coordinating with external counsel as needed.
• Support company secretarial functions, including board resolutions, corporate filings, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Conduct legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge on relevant legal developments.
• Develop and implement internal policies, procedures, and controls to manage legal risks.
• Train internal teams on legal topics and awareness, including contract management and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) or Master's Degree in Law (LL.M.)
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Strong knowledge of corporate, commercial, and contract law.
• Experience handling litigation, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.

About the Company

As a global medical device company originating from Japan, we pursue reliable quality and technology to contribute to healthcare in more than 160 countries and regions around the globe. We promise to walk alongside healthcare professionals to continue to make great contribution to society, now and into the future.

Summary of the Role

Legal & Compliance Manager is acting as a Head of Legal and Compliance for Terumo in Thailand and actively collaborate with APAC Legal and Compliance function for regional projects. The Associate is responsible for advising and giving advice on all Legal & Compliance matters pertaining to Terumo's business in Thailand. The Associate will actively partner with the management in Thailand to drive a culture of values, ethics, and compliance in alignment with Terumo Core Values, Terumo Group Code of Conduct, and other global and regional policies of Terumo. This position shall review, monitor, and advise the business in making sure the existing and new business models, promotional activities, and interactions with healthcare professionals and government officers comply with applicable laws and regulations, and confirms global best practices for the sustainable growth of business.

Key Functions / Responsibilities

Compliance Work

• Be an expert (/ develop expertise) for applicable anti-bribery and anti-trust laws such as FCPA, UKBA, Penal Code of Thailand, Trade Competition Act of Thailand, Public Procurement Regulations, and compliance best practices for addressing bribery and anti-competitive conduct risks emanating from bidding in public procurement tenders, bidding and contracting with Govt. customers, healthcare organizations, and healthcare professionals.
• Stay updated with applicable laws, rules, regulations, regional and local medical device code of practice, global best practices, and latest enforcement actions from regulators and authorities related to Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals Industry to benchmark current operations of Terumo to identify gaps (if any) and advising on actions and updates to fulfil such gaps.
• Stay abreast of the Medical Technology industry, actively represent Terumo and participate in regional and local industry forums such as APACMed, Thaimed etc. and stay updated with latest risks, trends, and compliance best practices in Thailand as well as in the APAC region.
• Conducting periodical risk assessment to identify, review and evaluate material compliance risks to the company and timely updating Management Team, Regional and Head Office of Legal & Compliance Department including through Quarterly Report on Compliance matters.
• Collaborate with APAC L&C function to cascade, implement and adopt global and regional policies on compliances matters in Thailand and as necessary develop local guidance, procedures, and SOPs including guiding, advising and coaching business associates to raise their knowledge on following and complying with such policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Plan, develop and conduct annual compliance training to all associates on any existing and new policies, standards, procedures and SOPs.
• Review, monitor, assess compliance risks (including conducting necessary due diligence), and liaise with regional L&C function for implementing control measures to address risks emanating from third parties such as distributors, sub-distributors, resellers, sales agent, channel partners, and high-risk vendors and service providers.
• Reviewing and engaging with business teams early for advising on planning, structuring, and implementing promotional and education activities with healthcare organizations and healthcare professionals. Be responsible to review, advise and approve / reject proposals on Charitable Donations, Educational or Research Grants to 3rd parties, and Terumo's own education and promotional events involving engagement and interactions with healthcare professionals.
• Review promotional materials and assign CAS Approval in the online system.
• Coordinating, consulting and effectively explaining the current business model, requirements, and constraint of Thailand Market to Regional and Head Office for liaising and collaborating to find appropriate solutions including adapting to existing or new business models to ensure compliance with applicable Thai laws, regulations and global best practices.
• Plan and develop Annual Compliance Action Plan (in collaboration and alignment with APAC L&C function) and be responsible in implementing such plan in Thailand each year.
• Promote speak up culture and be available to listen compliance concerns of associates in Thailand and keep updated the local and regional stakeholders about evolution of the culture of compliance and ethics.
• Liaise and collaborate with APAC L&C function in handling and investigating helpline/ whistle-blower reports and provide support in implementing and tracking corrective measures.
• Be available to advise and support on external risk factors such as enquiries / investigations from enforcement authorities, regulators, litigations and matters posing business continuity risks.
• Develop knowledge on data protection and privacy management and participate and support regional Data Protection and Privacy Program.

Regional Collaboration and Participation:

• Be open to support the APAC L&C function and support in selective regional projects in above listed areas.
• Be ready to support and coach Compliance Ambassadors of other selective Terumo entities in APAC region by advising in management and resolution of legal and compliance matters of such other her Terumo entities in APAC.

Key Performance Indicators

• Provide timely updates and alerts to management and other stakeholders on evolving industry policies, compliance risks and current enforcement and regulatory environment.
• Handling consulting requests from business and timely approvals on commercial and educational engagement with healthcare professionals and healthcare organizations.
• Conducting necessary trainings as per the Annual Compliance Action Plan.
• Handling of all assigned helpline whistle-blower matters and coordinating implementation of corrective actions (if any)
• Provide timely response to all associates for any consultancy request and/or questions, related Compliance Policies

Contract management and Legal Advisory

• Periodically attend legal seminars to keep updated of legal information and legal knowledge on any new laws and regulations, related to the business of Terumo in Thailand.
• Reporting or informing of legal updates to the Management for further development of any change to the way of working (if required).
• Providing legal advice to all associates and assigning external counsel services with the agreed capped fee if any external professional advice or confirmation is necessary.
• Assisting associates to meet with authorities and regulators for explanation and negotiation
• Drafting and amending template of Agreements, such as Equipment Placement Agreement, Supply and Services Agreement, Device Installation or Device Calibration Agreements, Technician Services Agreement, Non-Disclosure Agreements etc.
• Drafting and reviewing any letters to or communications with the authorities and customers, as per request from associates.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreement with 3rd Parties such as business partners, suppliers, distributors, resellers, sales agents, channel partners and other vendors while aligning with the APAC L&C function and policy.
• Introducing and maintaining the agreement management system locally.

Key Performance Indicators

• Drafting templates of agreements for major purchase, supply, service and business partnership arrangements.
• Provide timely response when there is any request on legal advice
• Provide timely response on the request of drafting or reviewing any agreements, letters and other documents.

Functional / Technical Skills

• Advanced legal knowledge on business laws (focus on anti-bribery, anti-corruption, and anti-trust laws such as FCPA, UKBA, Penal Code of Thailand, Trade Competition Act of Thailand) with ability to provide solid and applicable legal advice as a business partner
• Superior networking and liaising skills with a quest to stay updated with current trends and MedTech Industry affairs.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential issues with good analytical skills
• Ability to maintain functional independence and buy in from stakeholders
• All other necessary abilities to fulfil the responsibilities

Education & Experience

• Degree in Law (LLB) from reputable university (Local or Abroad)
• A minimum of 7 Years of working experiences in Compliance or Legal fields within Medical Devices or Pharmaceutical Industry (preferable)
• Barrister-At-Law, being the ordinary member of the Thai Bar Under The Royal Patronage and acquiring the Lawyer License and Notarial Services Attorney
• Native Thai language with fluent English Language competency in all skills, especially in writing

Note to External Recruitment Agencies:

Terumo does not recognize candidate submissions from any recruitment agencies and will not be responsible for payment of any recruitment fees due to the hiring of candidates whose resumes were submitted to Terumo employees or offices without the recruiting team's acknowledgement.

The purpose of the Senior Consultant in Tax and Legal Department is to deliver high-quality advisory services to clients, ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations while optimizing their tax strategies. The role involves providing expert legal guidance on various corporate matters, supporting clients through complex tax issues, and helping them navigate the regulatory environment effectively.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Serve as an experienced tax and legal advisor to clients across industries on a range of legal services and offerings
• Assist in monitoring multiple client engagements and serve as a business advisor to the clients.
• Supervise and aid in the appraisal, development and training of junior employees
• Research, write, and review client advice relating to domestic and international matters.
• Monitor and convey to client's information regarding technical developments as well as their application to local and international tax and legal issues.
• Assist with business development for the expansion of services at existing clients and for attracting new client work collaboratively with other practice groups within tax and the firm.
• Meeting and negotiation with government departments re tax and legal issues (e.g. BOI, Foreign Business License, Customs)

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in corporate taxation and legal advice
• Bachelor's degree in law
• Master's degree/ Thai Barrister/ Lawyer license required
• Proven client management skills
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Strong communication and presentation capability.
• Ability to thrive in an international environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and project management skills.
• Work location: BTS Ploenchit

Our client is seeking a highly experienced
Legal Department Head (Construction Industry)
to lead the legal function in Thailand. This role is pivotal in providing end-to-end legal support across the contract lifecycle—from risk management in the pre-contract phase to dispute resolution during execution.

You will oversee compliance, governance, and litigation, while advising executives on strategic matters such as joint ventures, M&A, and new business initiatives.

In addition, you will manage and develop a small legal team, strengthen internal processes, and serve as a key bridge to our Japan headquarters.

High-impact leadership role
– Oversee major construction projects, influence executive decisions, and shape the company's legal strategy.

Broad scope of work
– From contracts and compliance to dispute resolution, governance, and M&A, this role offers unmatched exposure.

Regional collaboration
– Work closely with executives in Thailand and the legal HQ in Japan, expanding your international profile.

Prepare, review, draft, comment, revise and negotiate agreements / contracts including legal documents both in Thai and English.

Provide legal advice on all legal matters related to the business operation of the company.

Ensure the development of a capable and motivated team to sustain organization profitable growth.

Manage, coach, monitor and evaluate performance of subordinates to ensure achievement of department goals and targets.

Keep up to date with new legislation and provide advice and guidelines to BOD and relevant internal units to ensure regulatory compliance.

Master's degree in Law (LLM from overseas is an advantage).

7-10 years' experience in drafting and reviewing contracts (in both Thai and English).

Excellent English writing skill.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Experience from leading international law firms or reputable companies is preferred.

Excellent analytical skill and strategic thinking with high commercial sense.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, management and drafting skills with a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

Good attitude and proactive with creative problem-solving ability.

Ability to manage and tackle multiple conflicts and difficult issues in a professional manner.

Ability to work under pressure with high attention to detail.

Computer literacy.

Job skills required: Contracts, English, Legal