Senior Legal Counsel, Regulatory
We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to lead on matters in APAC (Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Taiwan, Mainland China, South Korea, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand) within a global, fast-moving business.
As a true business partner, this role requires someone who is commercially minded, intellectually curious, and hands-on, able to quickly understand and apply new sets of international laws and regulations - identifying and mitigating risks, as well as seizing opportunities.
* Provide proactive, strategic, and pragmatic advice on areas of managing legal risks in the external business or regulatory environment
* Advise on the local regulatory framework, including payments, digital regulation, consumer protection, and competition law in APAC
* Tracking and assessing existing and new requirements for the Farfetch Group, as well as advising on their implementation
* Identifying, monitoring, and evaluating relevant regulatory risks and enforcement trends, and taking proactive steps to mitigate these
* Developing strategies for, and engaging with, relevant regulators in APAC
* Oversee payments-related matters in APAC, including reviewing contracts and cooperation with third parties
This role requires strong professional ethics and the energy, interest, and experience to pursue a broad array of regulatory matters. We are looking for someone who can develop effective relationships with stakeholders and navigate complex regulatory environments.
The ideal candidate will have:
* A deep understanding of APAC's regulatory landscape
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to analyze complex information and make informed decisions
* Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
* Strong problem-solving skills
If you are a motivated and experienced legal professional looking for a challenging opportunity, please submit your application.