Legal & Compliance Officer at April Asia Pacific

Bangkok, , Thailand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Drafting, Compliance Monitoring, Regulatory Research, Policy Maintenance, Statutory Documentation, Audit Participation, Multi-tasking, Detail Orientation, Commercial Awareness, International Experience, Insurance Regulation Knowledge, Proactive Approach, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability

Industry

Insurance

Description

For over 30 years, APRIL International has specialised in providing innovative international health insurance solutions. We design, distribute, and manage insurance plans and assistance services for individuals and businesses worldwide. With teams operating across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, we are committed to ensuring our members have access to the best care, no matter where they are. As part of the APRIL Group, an insurance specialist with 3,000 staff members in 20 countries, we are dedicated to simplifying insurance and delivering exceptional customer experiences. To sustain the company's growth and expand our services, we are currently looking for a Legal & Compliance Officer– Asia. As an experienced professional with relevant in-house and law firm experience, you will support our business in the region with all legal and compliance matters. The role is a new position and we are looking for a highly motivated, proactive individual to integrate compliance and legal function into our Regional Finance Team. The role is based in our Bangkok office. Still, you will be supporting our regional organisation with companies in Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and China, and business partnerships in Indonesia, the Philippines, UAE and India. Principal responsibilities: Draft, review and revise legal documents - principally service agreements with providers, customers and distribution intermediaries Create standard documents for the use by other departments – such as consent forms and agreements Monitor changes in regulations across the region, particularly insurance and data protection regulations Research and advise on any insurance regulations applicable to April Asia Help the Legal & Compliance function maintain internal policies in accordance with the Group guidelines and local legislative requirements Liaise with company secretaries on preparation and submission of statutory documents, board resolutions, AGM/EGM and other governance matters Liaise with the Group for any requested information of April Asia such as corporate matters or partnership with insurance companies Participate in any internal/external audit as required by April Asia, the Group, as well as partners Support other departments day-to-day inquiries where relevant Other legal and compliance topics to be assigned by the Legal & Compliance Manager or the Group Legal from time to time Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor degree or higher in law Minimum of 1 year of experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment Good command of written and spoken English Commercially minded and pragmatic Experience in working in an international environment and comfortable dealing with multiple jurisdictions is a plus – otherwise being adjust to the international environment is a must. Not expected to have a detailed knowledge of all regulations and legal systems in the regional scope but must be willing to research and consult outside sources where necessary. Local knowledge of the country where your degree is obtained is required. Be able to multi-task, focus on details, and deliver under pressure Knowledge of insurance regulation is desirable but not essential All nationalities considered. By submitting an application you indicate that you have read and accept the terms of the APRIL data privacy notice available at https://assets.april.fr/april-international/Documents/files-april-asia-privacy-notice-applicants.pdf and the Bamboo HR LLC privacy policy available using the link at the bottom of this page.

Responsibilities

The Legal & Compliance Officer will draft, review, and revise legal documents, primarily service agreements, and monitor regulatory changes across the region. Additionally, the role involves maintaining internal policies and liaising with company secretaries on governance matters.