Head of Legal

SKY ICT Public Company Limited (Din Daeng)

Bangkok, Thailand

We are the Professional Solution Integrator providing IT enabled business solutions with direct support coverage across the country and all boundary areas. Our team combines Expertise and Multi-Vendor skilled People with a mix of Core Competencies, Key Strategic Partnerships and alliances, Broad experience in managing projects from largo to small, Proven ability to minimize Technical, Operational and Financial risks in complex projects, Multi-Skilled and Business-Critical Technology Solutions.

About this position

The Head of Legal is responsible for overseeing all legal functions within the organization, ensuring compliance with laws, mitigating legal risks, providing legal advice, and supporting strategic business goals through effective legal strategies.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement Sky Group’s legal strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage compliance programs to prevent legal issues.
• Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Ensure that contracts comply with applicable legal standards and minimize risk to the organization.
• Develop and maintain a contracts management system.
• Advise the executive team and board on legal matters related to corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
• Support the board in maintaining good governance practices and compliance with corporate laws.
• Prepare and oversee all documentation related to board meetings, shareholder meetings, and other corporate matters.
• Manage all litigation and dispute resolution matters, including coordination with external counsel as necessary.
• Provide strategic advice on litigation, settlement negotiations, and mediation.
• Develop and implement strategies to resolve disputes and manage potential legal exposure.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of legal professionals to ensure high performance.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive team culture, ensuring continuous skill development and upskilling of team members.
• Allocate resources effectively and manage the legal team’s workload.
• Draft, review, and implement company policies and procedures in alignment with legal requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on legal and compliance policies.
• Ensure that legal policies support business needs while minimizing potential risks.
• Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to manage and mitigate these risks.
• Collaborate with other departments to assess risks related to their functions and offer legal solutions.
• Lead initiatives to improve risk management and compliance awareness across the organization.
• Act as the primary point of contact for legal matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide clear, actionable legal advice to executives and department heads on complex business issues.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory authorities as needed.
• Manage Sky Group’s intellectual property portfolio, including

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Significant experience in a legal leadership role, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, compliance, and risk management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and provide strategic legal advice.
• Experience in leading and developing a legal team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.