Senior Compliance Manager (with Legal Background)

A leading FMCG company is looking for a Compliance Leader for their Thailand office.

Your new company

A leading multinational organisation in the nutrition and healthcare sector is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to oversee compliance and legal operations. This is a strategic role within a purpose-driven company that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Your new role

As the Senior Compliance Manager, you will report to the Head of Legal Thailand and Regional Legal Director & Compliance. Your responsibilities will include:
  • Implementing and enforcing global compliance policies, guidelines, and audit protocols to mitigate legal and operational risks.
  • Conducting compliance risk assessments and developing corrective action plans to address vulnerabilities.
  • Managing compliance systems and processes, including contract lifecycle management and compliance approvals.
  • Supporting corporate governance, litigation reporting, and company secretarial matters in alignment with local laws.
  • Acting as the focal point for PDPA compliance and data privacy matters, ensuring alignment with global data protection policies.
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive compliance awareness, internal audits, and process improvements.
  • Providing timely and practical compliance advice to business units and supporting ad hoc legal and compliance projects.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key commercial contracts including distribution, service, and sales agreements.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
  • Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or in-house legal role, preferably in the FMCG sector.
  • Strong knowledge of Thai corporate law, PDPA, and compliance frameworks.
  • Proven ability to manage complex contracts and regulatory matters.
  • High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Collaborative mindset with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience with data privacy and internal governance is a strong advantage.

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to work in a purpose-driven, multinational organisation.
  • Exposure to regional compliance and legal operations.
  • Career development in a dynamic and supportive environment.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact suporntip.hatthakaroon@hays.co.th for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Location
Bangkok - Lumphini
Specialism
Legal
Pay
Hybrid working arrangement, Performance Bonus, Annual leave
Ref:
1277365
Closing date
30 Jun 2025

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Suporntip Hatthakaroon, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Bangkok
No. 8 T-One Building, 22nd Floor, Unit 2202,, Soi Sukhumvit 40, Sukhumvit Road, Phra Khanong Sub-district,

Telephone: 0638246969

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