Legal and Compliance Manager

Job Summary

Suntory is a global leader in consumer-packaged goods, renowned for producing and distributing a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages, premium spirits, beer, wine, and wellness products throughout the world. With a history dating back to 1899, we are driven by a profound purpose: To inspire the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. 
 
Suntory Beverage & Food Thailand Co., Ltd. (SBFT) was established in 1974 when the first factory opened in Nonthaburi Province and expanded production capacity to support the rapid growth and demand for products in the market by building new factories at Laem Chabang Industrial Estate and Pinthong Industrial Estate in Chonburi Province. In 1990, the company became as part of the Suntory Group, which invested heavily in manufacturing technology and brought its own history of innovating healthy beverage, food and supplement products, and bringing them successfully to market.

The role will be responsible for providing day-to-day Legal & Compliance support and advice to all stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

The Legal and Compliance will be responsible for

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating all contracts and legal documents in English and Thai
• Providing support to Director - Legal & Compliance and all concerned departments in all Legal & Compliance matters 
• Taking part in managing legal and compliance issues relating to the company’s day-to-day operation
• Identifying and analyzing potential legal issues, risks and its implications and providing legal advice to the business
• Identifying and monitoring compliance issues that require follow up or investigation
• Supporting in legal and compliance administrative tasks
• Providing support on the implementation of compliance programs
• Leading and ensuring that the Company’s operations are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations 
• Manage and enroll the signed contract into the Contract Management System regularly 
• Coordinate with Regional Legal & Compliance team regarding all legal and compliance matters
• Update the new legislation to all related concern department
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Company

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate should possess the following

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Law
• Experience of 8 - 10 years in a legal and compliance role in a reputable law firm or private company with knowledge of FMCG
• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Ability to work and attend meetings independently with minimum supervision
• Barrister-at-law
• Possesses attorney license
• Pro-active and independent thinker; Has analytical skills and detail orientated
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; Being able to effectively multi-task, manage time-sensitive documents
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word and Excel
• Language fluency in English and Thai