Corporate & Commercial Senior Associate

Lee & Tengku Azrina; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a seasoned legal professional to provide expert advice on corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, and restructuring. This role demands a deep understanding of Malaysia’s corporate laws and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in handling significant corporate matters and possess excellent drafting and negotiation skills. Join a fast-expanding legal firm in Johor Bahru, where your expertise will contribute to strategic business transactions and compliance with legal standards, ensuring the firm’s continued growth and success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' experience in corporate laws.
• Admitted to the Malaysian Bar as an Advocate & Solicitor.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advisory services on corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysia’s legal framework.

Skills

Malaysia’s corporate legal framework

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)

Corporate restructuring

Drafting and negotiation skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Master of Laws (LL.M)

Job description

The ideal candidate will provide legal advice and work on business mergers and acquisitions (M&A), initial public offerings (IPOs), corporate restructuring, corporate finance, due diligence, and commercial matters. The role requires a strong understanding of Malaysia’s corporate and commercial laws, regulations, and securities compliance to support the organization’s strategic business transactions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized university. A Master of Laws (LL.M) is an added advantage.
• Admitted to the Malaysian Bar as an Advocate & Solicitor.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in corporate laws related to the job scope above.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advisory services on corporate transactions, including M&As, IPOs, and corporate restructuring.
• Draft, review, and negotiate share sale agreements, shareholder agreements, prospectuses, and corporate documentation; conduct relevant due diligence.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysia’s legal framework, including the Companies Act 2016, Capital Markets & Services Act 2007, SC Guidelines, and Bursa Malaysia listing requirements.
• Liaise with Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), Bursa Malaysia, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), and other regulatory bodies for legal approvals and compliance matters.
• Handle risk management by identifying potential legal risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of Malaysia’s corporate legal framework and international business regulations.
• Proven experience handling large-scale M&As, IPOs, and corporate restructuring.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

About us

Lee & Tengku Azrina is strategically located in Johor Bahru, the capital city of the southern state of Johor, Malaysia. We are a fast-expanding legal firm, committed to providing legal services based in JOHOR BAHRU.

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