Assistant Manager, Legal

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

Job summary

A leading home wellness company is seeking a Legal Advisor to provide legal advice on contract issues and compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in the legal field, with a strong focus on corporate and commercial law. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, offering clear legal guidance, and conducting thorough legal research to assist in decision-making. A Bachelor of Laws and a Certificate in Legal Practice are required. This position is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of post‑qualification experience in the legal field.
• Strong understanding of corporate, commercial, and contract law.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts and other legal documents.
• Provide clear legal advice on contract-related matters.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support decision making.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Risk mitigation

Regulatory compliance

Commercial law understanding

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP)

Job description

To understand the pressure points, strategies and objective of the business and effectively communicate the risk and legal issue involved in any decision to internal stakeholders through document / contract review and advice

Job Description

If you are experienced in:

• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, letters, and other legal documents.
• Ensure all documents meet legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
• Provide clear and practical legal advice on contract-related matters.
• Respond to internal legal queries with timely and accurate guidance.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support decision‑making and risk mitigation.
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws, regulations, and industry developments.
• Lead and support strategic departmental initiatives, including workshops, training sessions, and process improvements.
• Develop, review, and implement new legal policies and frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align legal strategies with business objectives.
• Draft and formulate responses to Letters of Demand and other pre‑litigation correspondence.
• Liaise with external counsel on litigation matters, ensuring effective communication, documentation, and case management.
• Assist in case preparation, evidence gathering, and evaluating litigation risks.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized institution.
• Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law, contract law, employment law, and intellectual property law.
• Minimum 5 years of post‑qualification experience in the legal field.