Michael Qiu
About Michael Qiu
Michael Qiu is the Senior Vice President & General Counsel at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in legal and government relations across Greater China, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Senior Vice President & General Counsel at Procter & Gamble
Michael Qiu currently serves as the Senior Vice President & General Counsel at Procter & Gamble, a position he has held since 2020. His role involves leading the company's legal strategies and ensuring regulatory compliance, specifically within the Greater China region. Qiu's extensive experience in legal and government relations makes him a pivotal figure in guiding Procter & Gamble through complex legal landscapes. His work is critical to supporting the company’s operations and growth in a highly dynamic market.
Vice President & General Counsel - Legal and Government Relations at Procter & Gamble
Between 2009 and 2019, Michael Qiu was the Vice President & General Counsel - Legal and Government Relations at Procter & Gamble in Singapore. In this role, he focused on managing legal and governmental interactions, ensuring the company’s compliance with local laws and regulations. He played a crucial role in navigating regulatory challenges and supporting Procter & Gamble's strategic objectives in the region.
General Counsel - Asia at Procter & Gamble
From 2006 to 2009, Qiu served as General Counsel - Asia for Procter & Gamble, stationed in Hong Kong. His responsibilities included overseeing legal matters across the Asian markets, providing legal counsel on business operations, and supporting the company’s regional expansion. His tenure in this position contributed significantly to Procter & Gamble’s growth and legal structuring in Asia.
Director & General Counsel - Greater China at Procter & Gamble
Michael Qiu held the position of Director & General Counsel - Greater China at Procter & Gamble from 1998 to 2006 in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. During his 8-year tenure, he was instrumental in guiding the company's legal framework and compliance strategies in Greater China. His leadership supported Procter & Gamble’s market penetration and operational establishment in the region.
Previous Legal Positions Before Procter & Gamble
Before his extensive career at Procter & Gamble, Michael Qiu worked in various legal capacities in different organizations. He was an Associate at Lyons Brandt Cook & Hiramatsu in Honolulu, Hawaii from 1992 to 1994, and at Baker & McKenzie in Chicago, Illinois from 1989 to 1990. His career began as an Official at the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China in Beijing from 1985 to 1989. These roles provided him with a broad legal foundation and a global perspective.
Educational Background
Michael Qiu holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the University of International Business and Economics, earning his degree between 1981 and 1985. He furthered his education in law, obtaining a Master’s Degree in Law from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Additionally, he achieved a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. These educational qualifications underpin his comprehensive expertise in both economics and legal affairs.