Associate Counsel

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO 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!

• The Associate Counsel is a member of the Digital Business Solutions (DBS) Legal team in Malaysia, reporting to a Legal Counsel.
• He/she will be working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and will be expected to engage confidently and effectively with End Markets’ (EM) stakeholders and legal teams.
• The Associate Counsel shall provide contract management services to the EM.
• Preparation and negotiation of contracts for products and services pursuant to EM policies including the Contract Management and Procurement policies.
• Use and champion BAT’s Contract Management system when drafting and finalizing contracts.
• The Associate Counsel will support EMs to ensure proper corporate governance by providing dedicated compliance-related services as advised from time to time.
• Support the EM compliance teams to manage corporate policies, and related conduct related administrative tasks.
• Complete other compliance-related tasks including but not limited to risk - conducting risk assessments, gathering and cascading information to relevant stakeholders and completing select tasks on BAT’s compliance related systems.

• Proactively seeking to identify opportunities to create legal awareness and working to improve the EMs’ positions.
• Establishing strong links with the EM LEX communities and contributing to the success of the LEX function.
• Demonstrating continuous improvement and development of self by always ensuring behavior aligns with BAT’s Ethos.

• Malaysian qualified lawyer (called to the Malaysian Bar) or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience, gained at an international or reputable local law firm, and with in-house counsel experience for a major multi-national company. Additional legal qualifications or experience dealing with different jurisdictions would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and spoken English. Knowledge of other written and spoken languages (eg: Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, Bengali) is added advantage.
• Excellent legal drafting skills with significant experience and expertise in commercial, corporate and technology laws and practice and other legal matters.
• Good knowledge of product liability, competition and intellectual property law would be an advantage.
• Ability to apply knowledge of legal drafting to adapt contract templates where necessary, and mitigate key risks
• Ability to communicate legal concepts to business colleagues in clear, simple terms
• Experience in governance, risk and compliance is an added advantage.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills, and ability to plan, anticipate and manage priorities to optimize output and enhance the effectiveness of commercial solutions.
• Hands-on, adaptable and flexible attitude, sound commercial judgment and ability to work under pressure and to cope with unexpected and varied demands.

• Knowledge and experience of privacy and data protection laws an advantage.

• 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.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of 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, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an 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.