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Head of Legal (Manufacturing)

Indonesia Temporary View Job Description
Our client is seeking a seasoned legal professional to lead the establishment and legal operations of a new joint venture manufacturing company in Karawang. This role will act as the company's legal representative at the local level, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing stakeholder relationships, and serving as a strategic advisor to global headquarters.
  • Global Company with successful footprint
  • Make and impact and build lasting legacy

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global manufacturing company with a strong track record of success in a niche industry. As part of its strategic growth, the company is expanding its footprint into Indonesia and diversifying into new sectors.

Job Description

  • Joint Venture Compliance & Governance: Ensure the joint venture operates in accordance with the agreed legal frameworks, governance structures, and local regulations.
  • Company Establishment: Lead and oversee the legal aspects of establishing a greenfield manufacturing operation in the industrial estate, including company formation, land acquisition, licensing, and compliance.
  • Local Representation: Act as the primary legal representative of the company at the local level, building and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders, including government bodies, regulatory agencies, and industry associations.
  • Investment Realization: Oversee and support the legal execution of the company's investment commitments in Indonesia, ensuring alignment with local laws and global HQ strategies.
  • Policy & SOP Implementation: Localize and implement global legal standards, corporate policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure alignment across jurisdictions.
  • Stakeholder & Government Relations: Proactively manage relationships with key government stakeholders and authorities to facilitate smooth business operations and compliance.
  • Dispute & Risk Management: Handle legal disputes, litigation, or arbitration involving the company and provide proactive risk mitigation strategies.
  • Labour & Employment Advisory: Advise on employment law, industrial relations matters, workforce structuring, and compliance with local labour regulations.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Monitor, advise, and ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, including manufacturing, environmental, health & safety, and corporate laws.
  • Strategic Legal Advisor to HQ: Serve as the legal trustee and strategic advisor to headquarters, ensuring HQ objectives are legally translated and executed at the local level.

The Successful Applicant

Key Requirements:

  • Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, preferably in the manufacturing, industrial, or energy sector.
  • Proven track record in joint venture structures and managing cross-border legal matters.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated ability to influence and partner across functions and cultures.
  • BAR-registered lawyer in Indonesia.
  • Excellent command of English (both verbal and written) to interact with regional and global stakeholders.
  • Willingness to be based full-time in Karawang Industrial Estate.



What's on Offer

This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in shaping a major industrial project in Indonesia. You will work closely with global and regional leadership and be at the forefront of strategic execution in a greenfield setting. If you're seeking a high-impact legal leadership role with room to grow and influence, we want to hear from you.

Contact
Sherlyn Andika
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6739047
Phone number
+62 21 29588801

Job summary

Function
Legal
Sub Sector
Manufacturing & Engineering
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Indonesia
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Sherlyn Andika
Consultant contact
+62 21 29588801
Job Reference
JN-052025-6739047

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.