Legal Counsel (AI and Compliance Focused)

This position will be responsible for supporting OGC ASEAN in all legal matters as well as assisting on both internal and external coordination of all legal issues relating to Thailand and ASEAN, including providing legal advice and opinions in day-to-day matters relevant to all departments and functions. The Legal Counsel will also be responsible for the Company’s Compliances involving providing legal training, legal reviews and oversight of AI-related initiatives and technology workflows. working with the Global AI and Compliance teams to ensure adherence to regional regulations and internal policies. This position is expected to work independently as well as part of a team.

Roles and Responsibility for this position:

• Main responsibilities are supporting OGC ASEAN in all legal matters as well as assisting on both internal and external coordination of all legal issues relating to ASEAN and Direct Markets in Asia Pacific (APDM).

• Provide legal advice/opinion in legal matters relevant to all entities, both sales and manufacturing companies, and all departments/functions for the Thailand market.

• Provide legal support to Sales and Dealer Development/Networks in ASEAN markets, maintaining a strong focus on Competition laws and regulatory adherence.

• Draft and review Dealer/Distributor agreements, legal notices, and termination letters, working closely with Dealer Development with respect to issues and projects relating to Dealers in ASEAN and APDM.

• Support OGC ASEAN's business operations by providing legal advice and opinions on day-to-day matters relevant to all entities, both sales and manufacturing companies, and all departments functions in the Thailand market.

• Conduct legal reviews and oversight of AI-related initiatives and technology workflows used in business operations, including automated processing, to ensure compliance with ethical data/AI standards.

• Support Compliance Office as required, including monitoring regional regulatory shifts, conducting risk assessments, and supporting any special tasks from Compliance Office to ensure business operations align with Ford’s global policies and local statutory requirements.

• Collaborate with Internal Audit and Internal Control functions to facilitate periodic reviews, provide necessary legal documentation, and assist in addressing audit observations to ensure high standards of corporate governance and operational integrity.

• Support Part Supply and Logistics operations by drafting and reviewing warehousing and logistic agreements and providing legal guidance on supply chain disruptions and logistics-related disputes.

• Support Compliance training programs on topics such as Competition Law, Data Privacy, AI Governance, and Corporate Compliance, fostering a culture of ethics and compliance awareness across the organization.

• Monitor and maintain proper compliance documentation/records to demonstrate adherence to regional regulations and internal policies; furnish OGC Newsletters on regulatory updates and other internal communications.

• Responsible for license management and regulatory compliance for Ford and Joint Venture entities in Thailand, including assembly plants; providing advice on obtaining required licenses and permits, initiating applications, and ensuring ongoing compliance and government reporting.

• Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing teams on quality and manufacturing related matters to ensure legal compliance with applicable legal requirements.

This position reports directly to the Managing Counsel. This position requires managing assignments independently to support business operations with a high level of decision-making skill and the provision of legal advice with strong problem-solving skill. Therefore, the minimum requirement level is GSR 7.

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Education Qualification: Minimum Bachelor Degree in Law (Juris Doctor or LL.B. preferred)

No. of Years of Experience: 7-10 yrs., including hands-on experience in corporate compliance program management

Professional Exposure (Technical Skills): Having practiced law in either an international law firm or in-house legal/compliance department, with demonstrated experience in compliance risk assessments, policy development, regulatory monitoring, and compliance investigations, in addition to day-to-day legal/operational support work.

Preferred previous experiences: In addition to the above professional practice skill, regional legal and compliance management experience is required.

Functional Skills: Negotiation, presentation, risk assessment, agreement and policy drafting, cross-functional collaboration, and law firm management skills. AI background and knowledge is a plus.

Behavioral Skills: Integrity, transparency, service mind with team player mindset, and a strong ethical compass to champion a culture of compliance.

Special Knowledge/Skills Required: Microsoft Office skills, proficient English skills, familiarity with compliance management software/tools, and working knowledge of applicable regulatory frameworks (e.g., AI, Competition Law, Anti-Corruption/Anti-Bribery laws).

Any others:

1. Able to travel, flexibility, able to handle work under pressure and set his/her own high standard, able to prioritize his/her work to meet stretch deadlines.

2. Able to develop specific compliance and operations-support expertise, i.e., legal/compliance support to distribution, marketing and sales teams or support to HR, Compliance Office, and global litigation management teams. This will facilitate Job Rotation opportunities within OGC re-organization if there is any in the future in the long-term career of the Candidate.