Director of Legal Operations (Based in Phnom Penh) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Canopy Sands Development Responsibilities

Oversee legal matters related to primary land development projects (e.g., urban renewal, government expropriation, infrastructure support), ensuring full legal compliance. Draft, review, and revise legal documents including land acquisition agreements, government MOUs, development cooperation agreements, and investment contracts. Coordinate with external law firms on legal due diligence, litigation, arbitration, and other legal services. Support project negotiations by providing legal advice and risk management strategies to protect company interests. Monitor changes in real estate, land, and investment regulations, particularly in the countries where projects are based, and provide timely legal responses. Manage contract archiving and the full contract lifecycle process to ensure proper legal execution. Help establish and improve the company’s legal compliance framework, promoting standardization and procedural consistency in legal operations. Participate in internal legal training to enhance legal awareness across departments. Handle other legal matters assigned by company leadership.

Job Requirements (JR)

Bachelor's degree or above in Law or related field; legal qualification/certification is preferred. At least 8 years of legal experience in a major real estate developer or international corporation; experience in primary land development or large-scale infrastructure projects is a strong advantage. Familiar with land use rights transfer procedures, PPP cooperation models, and public bidding/tender regulations. Strong abilities in contract drafting, negotiation, and legal risk assessment. Fluent in English, capable of handling full English legal documentation and international projects. Excellent logical thinking, communication, and teamwork abilities. Detail-oriented, highly responsible, and able to perform under high pressure.

Interested candidates are welcome to reach out for more details regarding our company and current project landscape. Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

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