Senior Legal Counsel

Key Responsibilities

1. Legal Debt Collection

• Prepare, review, and issue legal demand letters and debt reminders in compliance with applicable laws and internal procedures.
• Oversee and manage debt recovery processes, ensuring efficiency and legal integrity.

2. Litigation Management

• Represent the company in civil and commercial court proceedings.
• Manage end-to-end litigation processes, including case strategy, documentation, and filings.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel when outsourcing cases.
• Prepare evidence briefs, track case progress, and provide regular updates to management.

3. Field Operations & Legal Enforcement

• Conduct on-site debt collection activities and investigations related to enforcement orders.
• Liaise with courts, legal execution offices, and debtors to ensure effective enforcement of legal actions.

4. Legal Coordination

• Collaborate closely with internal departments (Finance, Accounting, and Management) to provide legal insights and support.
• Act as the main point of contact with external stakeholders, including courts, opposing counsel, counterparties, and government authorities.

5. Internal Legal Advisory

• Analyze legal risks and provide strategic recommendations to support business decisions.
• Advise on legal implications of new projects, partnerships, and operational activities.

6. Contract Drafting & Review

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal agreements related to commercial and litigation matters.
• Ensure all agreements align with legal standards and protect company interests.

7. Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and assess their impact on the business.
• Provide guidance to ensure all departments operate in full compliance with legal requirements.

Requirements

• Location Bangkok, Thailand.
• Thai Nationality required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LL.B. / LL.M.).
• Licensed Attorney with a valid lawyer’s license from the Lawyers Council of Thailand.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil and commercial litigation.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license (for both car or motorcycle).
• Basic proficiency in English communication (reading and writing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.