Commercial Counsel - APAC

Overview

A leading energy software organization is seeking a Commercial Counsel to serve as the primary legal contact for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. This role reports directly to the General Counsel and is responsible for leading contracting strategy and supporting commercial growth by partnering closely with Sales and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

General Legal

• Act as the first point of contact for legal matters across the APAC region
• Collaborate with the General Counsel and external legal advisors to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice
• Ensure legal support aligns with business objectives and maintains high quality

Contract Negotiation

• Partner with Regional Sales Leaders and Account Executives to negotiate customer contracts, including SaaS, licensing, and professional services agreements
• Lead legal contact for customer negotiations across APAC
• Draft, review, and negotiate customer contracts
• Advise internal teams on contract interpretation and assist in resolving contractual disputes
• Identify negotiation trends and challenges to improve contracting strategy and processes
• Develop and maintain contract templates and a contracts database
• Manage engagement with external counsel for country-specific legal requirements

Compliance

• Support and manage compliance with global regulations such as FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and OFAC
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data protection laws and regulations across relevant jurisdictions

Requirements

• 7–10 years of relevant legal experience with a strong focus on commercial contracts
• Proven experience in international organizations handling cross-border legal matters
• Strong background in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements (e.g., SaaS, licensing, services)
• Prior law firm experience is advantageous but not essential
• Ability to work autonomously with sound judgment and confidence as a key legal advisor
• Experience partnering with commercial teams (Sales, Finance, Operations) in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of global compliance frameworks (FCPA, UK Bribery Act, OFAC)
• Exposure to employment law, intellectual property, or related areas is beneficial
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities across regions

Compensation & Benefits

Details on compensation and benefits are not specified in the job description.

Location

This role covers the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Specific location details are not provided.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities are encouraged. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.

Privacy

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