Legal Adviser

DFDL was established in 1994 and founded on a unique vision: to create an integrated legal and tax advisory firm with in-depth knowledge of the developing jurisdictions in which we are based. Our dedicated professionals exhibit the understanding and insight necessary to assist you in navigating the legal and tax complexities and challenges. Drawing on a wide-ranging industry experience and finely tuned local knowledge in the countries we operate in, we strive to provide concise, commercially focused, and innovative advice, staying true to our original motto: “One Region. One Firm”.

DFDL has 12 offices, including collaborating firms, in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

As a full-service firm, DFDL provides legal and tax services across various industry sectors. To better serve our client's business needs, we have also organized our expertise into the following practice groups:

• Anti-Trust and Competition
• Aviation and Logistics
• Banking and Finance 
• Compliance and Investigations
• Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions
• Dispute Resolution
• Employment
• Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure 
• Investment Funds
• Real Estate and Hospitality
• Restructuring
• Tax and Transfer Pricing
• Technology, Media and Telecoms

Position:
We are currently looking to recruit a qualified candidate to join our Indonesia Office as a Legal Adviser.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with career development and personal growth opportunities.

Reports to: Partners & Managing Director

Key external relationships: Current and potential clients, adverse or counter parties, Government and Regulatory Authorities and Business Associations

Key internal relationships: Managing Director, DFDL Indonesia, Office Manager, and all staff Indonesia office.

Salary range: Competitive, varying based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Position type: Full Time

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Main Duties of the Role:

The following are the key duties and responsibilities that will be expected of you within the Firm:

• Report to and take instruction from the Partners, Managing Director, and the Head of the Practice Group;
• Provide legal advice and representation of clients in courts or similar dispute resolution forums for all related matters within Republic of Indonesia, including arbitration, anti-trust, bankruptcy, labor and PDPA issues in Indonesia.  This may include conducting, or supervising other lawyers in the conduct of due diligence relation to transactions. You will be responsible for the expansion of the dispute resolution practice for the Firm;
• Undertake all activities typical of a legal adviser, including drafting contracts, letters of advice, legal opinions, and other legal instruments, including but not limited to corporate commercial, banking & finance and foreign direct investment works;
• Draft and deliver fee proposals, keep accurate time records, review and revise invoices, and assist in the collection of outstanding invoices;
• Peer review the work of other advisers and provide constructive feedback as necessary;
• Participate actively in the Firm’s business development efforts, including government relations and activities with various chambers of commerce, business clubs, and other relevant groups;
• Participate in knowledge management, professional development, and Firm’s administrative activities as requested; and
• Undertake other duties as may be required of you from time to time.

Requirements

Essential skills & experience:

• Bachelor of Indonesian Law with at least 5 years of relevant work experience. Law firm experience preferred;
• Has a valid advocate license;
• Has the ability to draft contracts, letters of advice and legal opinions in both English and Bahasa to a high standard;
• An out-of-the-box thinker, highly adaptable to a dynamic environment;
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and the ability to interact effectively and collaboratively both internally and externally;
• Has an enthusiastic attitude towards building a career as a Legal Adviser/Project Manager;
• Demonstrates the ability to take the initiative and pay close attention to detail;
• Demonstrates honesty, reliability, and a commitment to strict confidentiality;
• Self-motivated and committed to self-improvement; and
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Prior experience working at a professional corporate law firm is an advantage;
• Prior experience working in a multicultural workplace is an advantage;
• Prior Disputes Resolution and related work experience or knowledge is an advantage;
• Friendly and approachable, with good people skills; and
• Languages other than English and Bahasa would be an advantage.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae or resume, accompanied by a covering letter outlining the candidate’s interest in and suitability for the position.

All applications and expressions of interest will be treated confidentially and reviewed only by DFDL Senior Management and the Human Resources team.

Please note that this position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and processed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.