Head of Legal Advisory

As Head of Legal Advisory – Retail Banking will lead legal support for the bank’s Retail Banking, Branch  Banking, SME, Auto Loans, HR, and ttb Affiliates. This role involves overseeing legal counsel, drafting, and negotiating agreements, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance with regulations, while collaborating with business units to support strategic goals and enhance customer experience.

Job Description:

·         Lead legal guidance for Retail Banking, Branch Banking, SME, Auto Loan, and Corporate Functions, including counseling, drafting non-standard agreements, and preparing legal documents.

·         Supervise legal documentation and counsel for affiliates (e.g., ttb Broker, ttb Consumer, PAMCO), ensuring compliance with bank policies.

·         Develop strategies to mitigate legal risks from customer actions and regulatory claims, ensuring compliance with laws and supporting the bank's strategic goals, with a focus on digital customer experience.

·         Analyze legal issues, assess their impact on business processes, and drive improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

·         Monitor new laws and regulations, lead action plans, and guide business units on compliance and implementation.

·         Contribute to special projects initiated by the Bank of Thailand (BOT) or government entities, ensuring legal compliance.

·         Lead and mentor the legal team, optimize performance, and improve operational efficiency.

·         Ensure legal handling of customer complaints complies with laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s or master’s degree in law.

·         At least 5 years of experience in Legal Advisory within banking or financial services, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role, managing a team of 10-15 staff.

·         In-depth knowledge of banking laws, regulations, and industry best practices, particularly in retail banking operations.

·         Proven track record of drafting and negotiating complex retail banking agreements and legal documents, ensuring accuracy and legal soundness.

·         Strong analytical ability to assess legal risks, propose solutions, and make sound decisions.

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across the organization.

·         A proactive, results-driven approach to problem-solving, with a focus on achieving practical and legally sound solutions.

·         Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.

·         High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality in all aspects of legal work.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word applications.

·         Strong communication skills in English (both written and spoken).