Farid is a seasoned legal professional with a distinguished track record in providing comprehensive legal counsel in the domains of merger filings, competition litigation, advisory services, and competition compliance. His extensive expertise spans across diverse industry sectors, notably including telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, automotive, energy, mining, oil and gas, banking, finance, insurance, and public procurement.

With a career marked by excellence, Farid's journey in the legal realm commenced at the Indonesian Competition Commission (KPPU) over seven years ago. His tenure saw him ascend to pivotal roles, first as the adept head of the Prosecution Division, and subsequently as the distinguished head of the Merger and Acquisition sub-directorate. During this period, he spearheaded the formulation of the Indonesian Merger Regulation and played an instrumental role in shaping the inaugural KPPU Merger Guidelines.

Following his impactful stint at KPPU, Farid further honed his legal acumen over a five-year span at a prominent Indonesian law firm. Here, he specialized in anti-trust/competition law, trade regulations, and general corporate matters, cementing his reputation as a trusted legal authority in the field.