Construction & Corporate Contracts Legal Assistant

LIEN DAK CONSTRUCTION CO. SDN BHD

Petaling Jaya

On-site

MYR 61,000 - 84,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

LIEN DAK CONSTRUCTION CO. SDN BHD is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to provide legal support across the Group’s operations. The role involves drafting/ reviewing contracts, advising on legal matters, managing documentation, and supporting dispute resolution.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of relevant experience in construction, property, or corporate law, with strong English and Bahasa Malaysia skills; Mandarin is a plus. Office location in PJ with potential project site travel.

Qualifications

Draft, review, and vet a wide range of legal documents for the Group, subsidiaries, and associated entities.
Provide legal advice and support on contractual, compliance, and operational matters.
Assist in contract administration, including monitoring contractual obligations, timelines, and risk exposure.
Assist in adjudication (e.g., CIPAA), arbitration, and litigation.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, particularly within construction and property development.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and vet a wide range of legal documents for the Group, subsidiaries, and associated entities, including: Construction contracts, Letters of award, variation orders, and contractual correspondence.
NDAs, MOUs, and other commercial agreements.
Provide legal advice and support to internal departments on contractual, compliance, and operational matters.
Assist in contract administration, including monitoring contractual obligations, timelines, and risk exposure.
Liaising with external solicitors; Assisting in adjudication, arbitration, and litigation; Preparing documentation and case summaries.