DEBORAH SETYABUDI
In-House Counsel
Summary
Knowledgeable in-house counsel with extensive experience in commercial law with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Adept in tracking industry changes, interpreting new legislation and policies and minimizing corporate risk. Encouraging leader and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
DEPUTY CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
ADARO INTERNATIONAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD
5 2011 - Current
- Leading team of lawyers in providing legal advice to companies under Adaro Energy's group on coal sale, shipping, logistics, private fund investments and general corporate matters
- Ensuring compliance with regulations through regular audits, reviews, and policy updates.
- Drafting and negotiating wide range of agreements such as coal supply agreements (spot and term contracts), agency agreements, confidentiality agreements, consultancy agreements, contract of affreightment, shipbuilding contracts, loan agreements, limited partnership agreements
- Drafting corporate secretarial documents and resolutions for all foreign companies under Adaro Energy's group
- Providing legal advice to and assisting Adaro Energy's group companies in various transactional projects, such as coal procurement for independent power plants, shipbuilding, financing, and acquisition projects
- Managing disputes and/or potential disputes with counter parties and coordinating with and instructing external counsels in handling such disputes
- Streamlined contract review process, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
- Managing over 150 coal supply agreements for 65 million tonnes in 2023
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive solutions for complex legal issues.
- Providing strategic guidance during high-stakes negotiations, contributing to successful outcomes for company.
Associate
MATARAM PARTNERS, LEGAL ADVISORS (SINGAPORE AND JAKARTA)
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Advised clients on various areas of Indonesian law, such as general corporate, foreign direct investment, mining and energy, project financing, shipping, manpower and acquisition
- Acted for international clients in structuring and implementation of joint ventures, acquisitions of Indonesian companies and mining projects, establishment of wholly and partially foreign-owned companies
- Conducted comprehensive legal researches on different issues of Indonesian law such as coal mining, foreign direct investment, shipping, manpower and conducted legal audits
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated cooperation agreements, sale and purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, loan and security agreements
- Drafted legal memorandums and legal opinions regarding matters relevant to Indonesian law and regulations, legal due diligence reports, and corporate resolutions.
Education
MASTER OF LAWS - Corporate and Financial Services Law
National University of Singapore
Singapore 08.2009 - 05.2010
BACHELOR OF LAWS - Civil Law
University of Indonesia
Indonesia 08.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
Solid negotiating, advisory and drafting skills
Great interpersonal skills and team player
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Admission To Practise
12/2008, Indonesian Bar Association (Perhimpunan Advokat Indonesia or PERADI)
Timeline
MASTER OF LAWS - Corporate and Financial Services Law
National University of Singapore
08.2009 - 05.2010
Associate
MATARAM PARTNERS, LEGAL ADVISORS (SINGAPORE AND JAKARTA)
08.2006 - 07.2009
BACHELOR OF LAWS - Civil Law
University of Indonesia
08.2001 - 05.2005
DEPUTY CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER
ADARO INTERNATIONAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD
5 2011 - Current