Junior Lawyer (Senior Paralegal)

Why Valvoline Global Operations?
 
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

•    Treating everyone with care.
•    Acting with unwavering integrity.
•    Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
•    Delivering on our commitments with passion.
•    Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Job Purpose

To serve as the primary in-house legal counsel for Indonesia, providing end-to-end legal support to the business while ensuring compliance with Indonesian laws and regulations.

The role is responsible for delivering practical, timely, and commercially sound legal advice, supporting local operations and selected regional (APAC) legal matters, with appropriate escalation to and support by the regional legal team.

How You Make an Impact (Job Accountabilities)

• Serve as the primary in-house legal contact for Indonesia, managing day-to-day legal matters with end-to-end ownership.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements supporting local and regional business operations.
• Provide practical legal advice on Indonesian laws and regulations, including contracts, corporate, consumer, data protection, employment, and product regulations (e.g. SNI).
• Support the business in adapting to regulatory changes, translating legal requirements into actionable guidance.
• Handle routine company secretarial and corporate governance matters, including circular resolutions, corporate approvals, and coordination of notarial deeds and filings.
• Coordinate and manage external counsel, including scoping, reviewing legal advice, and controlling costs.
• Support selected regional (APAC) legal work, including cross-border contract review and regional legal initiatives.
• Identify legal and regulatory risks and escalate material or high-risk issues to the regional legal team in a timely manner.

What You Bring to the Role (Job Qualifications / Education / Skills / Requirements / Capabilities)

• Bachelor of Laws (S.H.) from an accredited Indonesian university.
• Law firm and in-house background preferred (approximately 1.5–4 years PQE).
• Solid foundation in Indonesian contract law and corporate/commercial matters.
• Working knowledge of Indonesian regulatory frameworks, including product and technical regulations.
• Exposure to oil & gas, lubricants, chemicals, or other regulated industries is preferred.
• Native in Bahasa Indonesia and strong working proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Advocate license (PERADI) is required.
• Ability to operate independently as the sole local legal contact, with sound judgment on when to escalate.

Competencies Desired

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
• Clear, direct, and concise communicator, able to address issues precisely without unnecessary elaboration.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with business teams, regional stakeholders, and external counsel.
• Sound judgment and self-awareness, including the ability to recognize limits and escalate appropriately.
• Humble and coachable, open to feedback and continuous learning.
• Highly motivated and proactive, demonstrating ownership and willingness to go above and beyond baseline responsibilities when required.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements / Travel Requirements

• Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Hybrid working
• Travel Requirements: 0-25% or as per business need

Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

•    Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.

Requisition ID: 2198