Senior Legal Manager

About the company:

Vinda is a leading company in the hygiene and personal care industry, renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. With a strong presence in multiple countries, Vinda is dedicated to improving the lives of its customers through sustainable and effective products. The company values integrity, excellence, and teamwork, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Job responsibilities:

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements including sales, procurement, distribution, logistics, export, and IP-related contracts.
• Provide practical legal advice to support business operations while effectively managing legal and contractual risks.
• Lead and manage litigation and disputes, including overseeing external counsel and settlement strategies.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, licensing, import/export, sanctions, and cross-border legal matters across Southeast Asia.
• Support corporate secretarial matters, including board resolutions, minutes, statutory records, and regulatory filings.
• Develop and maintain legal templates, policies, SOPs, and compliance programmes.
• Conduct legal training and drive legal process improvements across the organisation.
• Partner closely with stakeholders across Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain, IT, Finance, and other business functions.

Job requirements:

• Qualified lawyer admitted to the Malaysian Bar or another Commonwealth jurisdiction.
• Minimum 12 years' post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Combination of experience in a reputable law firm and an in-house legal role within a multinational corporation.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and/or FMCG businesses is highly preferred.
• Regional legal experience covering Southeast Asian markets.
• Strong commercial contracting, corporate governance, compliance, and dispute management experience.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide commercially pragmatic legal advice.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin and/or Bahasa Malaysia would be advantageous

Job benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Employee recognition programs and team-building activities.
• Access to company-sponsored training and educational resources.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture.