BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
Reports to: Head of Legal, Taiwan Cluster
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
ROLE SUMMARY
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
Based in New Taipei City, Taiwan the job holder will be responsible for:
- Working with a dynamic and international team to support the business’ expansion of its FMC and New Category portfolio within complex regulatory frameworks
- Acting as a trusted business partner to ensure all business activities are conducted in line with all applicable laws and regulations and meet the expectations set by the group’s internal corporate framework
- Protecting the business from external challenges and maximising the interests of the company on all legal/regulatory matters
- Managing the business’ contract management and third party engagement processes to ensure seamless commercial services
- Ensuring the activities of the companies are performed in accordance with Company commitment to responsible commercial delivery and its internal compliance procedures
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Render top-notch legal services to all internal partners: Provide sound, timely and practical legal services, including robust legal risk assessment and advice to ensure decisions are made based on balancing commercial benefit versus legal risk, to all relevant internal partners with a view to supporting all business initiatives to pursue business opportunities and achieve commercial objectives
Recurring legal services include but not limited to:
- Rendering legal opinion, recommendation, and solution on all legal matters
- Reviewing and processing all types of contracts and legally important documents
- Educating all employees on the group’s compliance and legal controls
- Management of external law firms: Optimal utilization of external legal resources by effectively managing the company’s external law firm within the planned budget
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE
ESSENTIAL
Experience Required
- 3+-years of PQE (post qualification experience) as a practicing attorney providing commercial and/or compliance related legal services
- Ideal candidate will have experience advising MNCs operating in North Asia, experience in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry also a plus
Advisory experience in regulated industries desirable
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.