Assistant Legal Manager

Executive Recruiters; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property developer in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Legal Manager to oversee legal matters across corporate and operational functions. The ideal candidate will manage disputes, ensure compliance, and support major transactions. This role requires a law degree and significant experience in property and corporate law.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of relevant work experience required.
• Experience in property conveyancing, litigation, and corporate affairs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all legal matters of the group.
• Handle and resolve legal disputes internally and externally.
• Support monitoring of compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia

Proficiency in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Postgraduate Diploma in Law

Professional Degree in Law

Job description

Assistant Legal Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 05/07/2025

• Industry Property & Construction -Property Developer
• Work Experience 5+ years
• Country Malaysia

Job Description

• Manage and oversee all legal matters of the group, providing comprehensive support across corporate, legal, secretarial, and operational functions.
  
• Oversee legal and compliance services to ensure alignment with the commercial objectives established by management.
  
• Handle and resolve legal disputes internally, including employer-employee matters, as well as externally with third parties such as contractors, suppliers, and purchasers.
  
• Oversee litigation matters and coordinate closely with external legal counsel.
  
• Support the monitoring of the company's compliance with statutory requirements, by-laws, regulatory obligations, authorities' directives, and Bursa Malaysia listing rules.
  
• Take the lead in major sale and purchase transactions, corporate restructuring, due diligence exercises, acquisitions, and the management of security documentation.
  
• Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions on matters related to potential business ventures and the company’s daily operations.
  
• Attend tribunals and hearings concerning industrial relations and labor disputes as needed.
  
• Liaise and coordinate with external law firms on civil suits and related legal disputes.
  
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the superior from time to time.
  

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Law (LL.B).
  
• Experience in property conveyancing, litigation, general corporate affairs, industrial relations, and construction.
  
• Proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin (to communicate with parties from China)
  
• A minimum of 5-6 years of relevant work experience is required for this position.
  
• The position of Legal Manager may be considered based on the candidate's experience.