Contracts Specialist

Bar Council Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal professional organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Contracts Specialist to support contract negotiations and implementation. Applicants should have a law degree and at least five years of post-qualification experience. The role entails drafting and reviewing contracts, engaging with various stakeholders, and providing legal advice. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. The position offers a competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years post-qualification experience as a legal practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Engage in negotiations with external parties.
• Draft and review contracts, manage templates and databases.
• Provide legal advice on contracts and resolve disputes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Superior legal drafting and writing

Researching and interpreting law

Interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in law

Job description

The Malaysian Bar is seeking to fill a vacancy for the position of Contracts Specialist in our Law, Policy and Special Projects Department. The successful candidate will play a role in supporting the Malaysian Bar, primarily by drafting, reviewing, negotiating, advising on and overseeing the implementation of various types of contracts between the Bar and external parties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage in negotiations with external parties, including Bar associations from other jurisdictions, academic institutions, Government agencies, civil society organisations and commercial vendors.
• Liaise with the other departments and stakeholders within the Bar on the negotiation, drafting and reviewing of contracts.
• Draft and review contracts, as well as design, update and maintain contract templates.
• Provide legal and practical advice on matters connected to the negotiation, drafting and reviewing of contracts.
• Manage the Bar's database of finalised contracts.
• Engage in issues following the execution and implementation of contracts, such as disagreements or disputes.

Requirements:

Education and work experience:

• Possess, at the minimum, an undergraduate degree in law from a recognised university.
• Minimum of five years post-qualification experience as a legal practitioner.

Attributes:

• Incisive and intellectually curious: Demonstrates a strong capacity for critical thinking and legal reasoning.
• Affable and collaborative: Works well across departments and with external parties.
• Observant and precise: Pays careful attention to detail and contractual nuances.
• Astute and judicious: Exercises sound judgment in navigating risks and ambiguity.
• Ethical and discreet: Maintains professionalism and confidentiality at all times.
• Reliable and self-motivated: Proactive, accountable and consistent in meeting deadlines.
• Organised and methodical: Skilled in managing multiple tasks and competing timelines.
• Adaptable and resilient: Responds constructively to change, feedback and evolving priorities.

Skills:

• Possess strong analytical skills.
• Superior abilities in the use of language for legal drafting and writing.
• Superb skills in researching, interpreting and applying the law.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Successful candidates can expect a competitive remuneration package based on their qualifications, relevant work experience and skill set they offer.