Head of Law - APAC

  • Full-time
  • Legal Entity: AUMOVIO India Private Limited (0742)
  • Referral Bonus : No
  • Job flexibility: Onsite Job
  • Leadership level: Leading People
  • Working time: Full Time

Company Description

Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector, Automotive, as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems, as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide.

Job Description

  • We are seeking an experienced legal leader to head the legal function across the APAC region (excluding China) for a global automotive supplier, providing strategic direction and ensuring alignment with global legal standards. Your tasks include: 
  • Lead the Legal function across multiple APAC (excl. China) jurisdictions
  • Manage and develop a geographically dispersed, multicultural legal team
  • Act as primary legal advisor to regional leadership on complex cross-border matters  
  • Provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal guidance in line with global strategy
  • Oversee all regional legal activities (commercial, corporate, regulatory, governance)
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies
  • Support key business initiatives such as market expansion, partnerships, and restructuring
  • Manage significant disputes and external counsel across the region and report legal risks
  • Serve as the key interface between APAC leadership and global Legal & Compliance

Qualifications

  • Fully qualified lawyer with a law degree from a reputable university and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in an international law firm and/or in-house within a multinational company
  • Significant experience in the automotive, industrial, or manufacturing sector is highly desirable
  • Proven track record in managing legal teams across multiple countries and cultures
  • Deep expertise in commercial law, contract law, and cross-border transactions
  • Experience in emerging markets and APAC legal frameworks is essential
  • Strong understanding of compliance, regulatory, and corporate governance matters
  • Demonstrated ability to operate at a strategic level and influence senior stakeholders
  • Very good English skills

Additional Information

Additional Information

Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. Make it yours! Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.

Ready to take your career to the next level? The future of mobility isn’t just anyone’s job. ​Make it yours! ​Join AUMOVIO. Own What’s Next.​

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