(Senior) Legal and Compliance Counsel

Who We Are Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe

The purpose of this position is to provide expert legal advice and support to the company’s commercial activities, ensuring alignment with business strategy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements including sales, supply chain, procurement, marketing, sponsorship, collaboration, and partnership contracts.

Leading legal advice on digital activities, online presence, and direct-to-consumer sales offerings.

Managing data protection law compliance and supporting the Data Protection Officer in strategy implementation.

Building and managing competition law strategy to ensure compliance with local and regional regulations.

Supervising, mentoring, and developing Legal Counsels to enhance team capabilities.

Managing small scale litigation internally and coordinating with external counsel for complex matters.

Providing formal legal training to various departments on relevant legal frameworks.

Supporting cross-functional risk management initiatives and liaising with external counsel and service providers

Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe

Suntory is a fast moving, agile and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nations most loved brands. We offer a uniquely diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions across the globe

Qualified lawyer with demonstrated expertise in commercial law

Experience in commercial, IP, supply chain, and procurement legal matters

Strong commercial acumen and pragmatic problem-solving skills

Experience mentoring and developing legal team members

Experience in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector

Knowledge of digital commerce and data protection law

Interest in Legal Technologies

Experience managing competition law compliance

Prior involvement in cross-functional risk management

Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional legal environments

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, or differing abilities, age, or any other protected characteristic.

We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed.