Team Lead, Litigation

Key Responsibilities A. Litigation Strategies & Case Management Lead and oversee litigation matters, including civil, criminal, commercial, debt recovery, and special cases. Represent the company in court proceedings, negotiations, mediations, and settlement discussions as required Develop litigation strategies and provide legal guidance (i) to mitigate business and legal risks., (ii) to protect the Company’s interests and (iii) to maximize legal recoveries Manage the entire litigation lifecycle from case assessment through judgment and enforcement Conduct legal risk assessment and recommend appropriate litigation or settlement strategies Monitor case progress, budget, litigation costs, and legal provisions Manage and coach a team of litigation lawyers, ensuring effective case handling and timely resolution. Review and approve legal documents, court filings, and legal opinions Collaborate with internal stakeholders and manage external law firms to drive successful legal outcomes. Monitor legal developments and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and court procedures Prepare case updates, risk assessments, and management reports for senior leadership B. Non-Performing Loan (NPL) Litigation Manage NPL recovery litigation and enforcement proceedings Evaluate accounts for litigation suitability and recommend legal actions Supervise filing of debt recovery claims, execution proceedings, bankruptcy matters, and rehabilitation-related disputes Drive recovery outcomes and optimize litigation recovery rates Develop legal strategies to improve collection effectiveness and reduce losses C. Fraud Litigation & Financial Crime Matters Lead fraud-related litigation involving identity theft, stolen/lost cards, unauthorized transactions, fraudulent loans, scam activities, forgery, misappropriation, and cyber-enabled fraud Coordinate with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, regulators, and investigation teams Advise business stakeholders on legal actions against fraudsters and third parties Support evidence gathering and criminal complaint processes D. Labour & Employment Disputes Manage labour court cases and employment-related disputes Advise HR and management on legal risk mitigation arising from employment matters Handle employee claims involving termination, misconduct, disciplinary actions, discrimination, harassment, and employment benefits Represent the Company in labour courts, labour departments, and mediation proceedings E. Civil & Commercial Litigation Handle contractual disputes, tort claims, shareholder disputes, consumer claims, property disputes, and other civil litigation Develop defense and prosecution strategies Negotiate settlements where commercially appropriate Manage mediation and alternative dispute resolution processes F. Criminal Proceedings Handle criminal complaints and criminal proceedings involving the Company’s interests Prepare and review criminal complaints, witness statements, and supporting evidence Liaise with police officers, public prosecutors, courts, and governmental authorities Represent the Company in criminal investigations and proceedings Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or higher in Law Valid Lawyer License in Thailand 8–10 years of litigation experience, with at least 2 years in a team leadership role Strong expertise in litigation, dispute resolution, debt recovery, and enforcement proceedings At least 5 years of experience in the banking, financial services, fintech, or consumer lending industry Strong leadership, negotiation, stakeholder management, and analytical skills High integrity, sound judgment, and ability to manage complex legal matters