Employment Legal Counsel Director at Lazada - Greater Kuala Lumpur

Law degree and active bar admission/license in one of the SEA countries (required);

Prior experience in both private practice and in-house roles is preferred;

Strong substantive knowledge of employment law across multiple jurisdictions;

Proven ability to deliver practical, solution-oriented legal advice in a commercial context;

Familiar with market best practices and able to identify systemic approaches to recurring legal challenges;

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across cultures, seniority levels, and functional teams;

Collaborative team player with excellent follow-through;

Strong multitasking ability and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment;

Ability to leverage AI tools to enhance legal service delivery and drive creative solutions;

Self-motivated learner with strong intellectual curiosity;

Proficiency in Mandarin and other SEA languages is a plus.