Legal Counsel, APAC

Aquis Search is currently assisting our client, a leading global organization, in their search for a Legal Counsel, APAC to join their high-performing regional legal team in Gurgaon. You will work closely with a regional and cross-functional legal team, providing legal and compliance support across various business groups. This will include handling commercial contracts (sales, procurement, distribution, partnerships, licensing, development agreements), labor and employment law matters, dispute resolution and litigation, product and regulatory compliance, antitrust/competition law, trade and export controls, and legal support for business transactions and restructurings. The role will also involve a strong compliance component, supporting the implementation of internal policies and controls, conducting training, and playing a key role in compliance investigations and risk assessments. Key success factors for this role include the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders, strong judgment and commercial acumen, confidence and tact in advising senior leadership, a collaborative, proactive, and pragmatic mindset, and comfort working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment while maintaining attention to detail and a strategic overview. The ideal candidate profile includes a law degree from a reputable university, 8-12 years of PQE, including experience at a top-tier law firm and in-house with a multinational company, a solid foundation in commercial contracts and corporate law, exposure to compliance investigations, and a working knowledge of global compliance laws such as FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and antitrust regulations. The role may require willingness to travel across the region (up to 20%). If you believe you possess the necessary qualifications and attributes for this role, we encourage you to apply. We are excited to hear from you. Alternatively, you can reach out for a confidential chat by emailing dhruvibrahmin@aquissearch.com.,