Assistant Vice President, Legal Advisor

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Purpose of the Role: Provide legal advice, transactional support, legal risk management and to work with stakeholders from various department to deliver legal services and advice to the lines of business of MUFG bank in Taiwan (hereinafter referred as “Branch”) in order to ensure the Branch can operate in accordance with various legal parameters. Act as a trusted legal partner to business units and support effective governance and risk control.

Customer

• Develop and maintain strong stakeholder management with key stakeholders both within MUFG and externally.

• Work in partnership with external legal firms to seek legal advice.

• Handle legal matters with external counsel including court order, litigation, commercial dispute, protection of collateral, collection of non-performing loan/debts, etc.

• Work in partnership with departments (including compliance function) to provide practical and timely legal solutions/advice.

• Respond to queries/issues in relation to Taiwan laws and Taiwan regulatory requirements raised by internal customers.

• Support bank-wide or regional legal initiatives and projects as assigned.

Other/Control

• Provide legal support to Taipei Branch businesses, including corporate banking, syndicated and bilateral lending, trade finance, project finance, guarantees, treasury‑related documentation, supply chain finance, commodity finance, cash management services, vendor, outsourcing, and service agreements and general banking transactions

• Review, draft, comment and sign-off on legal documents in relation to a wide range of banking activities.

• Participate in new product approval processes and provide legal input on product structures, terms, and documentation.

• Provide input into legal dispute and litigation matters involving the Branch as well as provide legal support and advice for the resolution of and settlement of claims against the Branch.

• Support the interpretation and application of changes in law and regulations to ensure legal compliance in the Branch.

• Contribute and support the implementation of regional/ local legal frameworks and templates.

• Support in developing and updating policies to ensure alignment with all relevant regulations. 

• Develop recommendations for continuous improvement and support implementation.

• Support in managing the risk profile for the legal function. 

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining legal policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Support internal and external audits within the legal function by preparing documentation as required.   

• Maintain good working knowledge of industry trends, products, relevant laws and regulations.

• Adhere to all company policies as well as guidelines.

Job Requirements:

• Degree qualified.

• Qualification with the Taiwan Bar or an internationally recognized bar is preferred.

• At least 5 years in-house or law firms legal working experience. Banking & Finance experience is preferable.

• Strong communication skills with ability to influence others.  

• Deep understanding of local banking and finance laws and legal environment.

• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and prepare sound legal advice.

• Strong experience in reviewing banking and finance documentation including but not limited to bank guarantees, standby letters of credit, letter of indemnity, confidentiality agreements and powers of attorney.

• Proficient in English and Mandarin.

• Ability to work independently on assigned matters with appropriate supervision and escalation.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.