Legal Counsel / Head of Legal - Natural Resources

The Company

A rapidly-growing natural resources company is looking for an all rounded Legal Counsel to support the business expansion.

The Role

Corporate & Governance

• Act as the principal legal advisor to senior management and the Board on all legal and governance matters
• Establish, maintain, and enhance corporate governance frameworks in preparation for potential IPO
• Support Board and committee processes, including resolutions, minutes, and policies

Commercial & Operational Legal Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:
• Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
• Supply, offtake, and services agreements
• Exploration, development, and operational contracts
• Provide pragmatic legal advice to business teams on day-to-day operational matters

Regulatory & Compliance

• Oversee compliance with relevant natural resources, environmental, health & safety, and licensing regulations
• Develop and implement company-wide compliance policies, controls, and training programs
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on business operations
• Liaise with regulators, governmental bodies, and industry stakeholders as required

IPO & Capital Markets Support

• Support IPO readiness, including legal due diligence, prospectus disclosure, and regulatory filings
• Work closely with investment banks, external counsel, auditors, and other professional advisors
• Advise on ongoing disclosure obligations and post-listing compliance requirements

Your Profile

Experience & Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant legal experience, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
• Prior experience within natural resources, mining, energy, infrastructure, or related sectors is highly desirable
• Exposure to Pre-IPO, IPO, or listed company environments is strongly preferred
• Qualified lawyer in a common law jurisdiction (e.g. HK, UK, Australia, Singapore, US)

Personal Attributes

• Familiarity with China-based business environments and Mandarin-speaking corporate culture, with the ability to work effectively with Chinese stakeholders, partners, and regulators
• Commercially minded, pragmatic, and solutions-oriented
• Open to hands-on work

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Reference No. 67010-0013402505

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