Overview
Our client is a leading global provider of corporate, fund, capital markets, and private wealth services. They are seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to join their APAC legal team based in Kuala Lumpur. This regional role involves supporting legal matters across Malaysia and the ASEAN region, including client and supplier contracts, internal policies, and HR-related issues.
Job Details
Job Title:
Legal Counsel (APAC / Hybrid)
Position Level:
In House
Specialization:
Corporate / M&A / Commercial,Telecommunications / Technology
Employment Type:
Full Time/Permanent
Location:
Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
Working Experience:
5 - 10 Year(s)
Education Level:
Professional Qualification
Expiry Date:
07/08/2025
Responsibilities
- Independently negotiate client and supplier contracts, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documentation, while responding to stakeholders' queries in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with the in-house legal team to maintain and streamline ASEAN legal infrastructure, including online terms and conditions and policies.
- Provide ad-hoc in-house legal support as needed.
- Mitigate the company's legal risk exposure.
Requirements
- At least five (5) years of working experience in corporate and/or commercial experience at a law firm, in-house or a combination;
- Prior experience in IT contracting is an advantage;
- Strong contract drafting, negotiation and communication skills;
- Sound judgement;
- Team player;
- Able to work independently;
- Self-motivated and proactive;
- Having a strong sense of accountability and responsibility;
- Professional and mature; and
- Fluent in English, Bahasa and Chinese.
This position is only open to Malaysian citizens.
Contact Info
Contact Person:
Vivian
Contact Tel:
0122179771
Mobile:
0122179771
Email:
vivian.lai@peoplelake.asia
Address:
Kuala Lumpur , MALAYSIA
Office Hour:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
0900 - 1800