Counsel

Halliburton Energy Services; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy service provider is seeking an experienced legal advisor in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves advising on complex legal issues, requiring a Bachelor's degree, JD, and 5+ years of legal experience. Candidates must be licensed to practice law. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of experience in legal practice.
• License to practice law in applicable areas is mandatory.
• Ability to interpret laws and apply them to business activities.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex legal issues related to business.
• Act as an advocate in legal matters.
• Communicate with vendors and customers.

Skills

Legal advisory

Communication

Ethics compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow, and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards, and opportunities of working for one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.

Job Duties

• Under broad direction, this position is responsible for advising the company concerning complex legal issues related to business activities.
• Acts as a company advocate and advisor with respect to legal matters in one or more substantive areas of law.
• Interprets the intent of laws and judicial decisions and applies them to specific circumstances as applicable to company business.
• Communicates with vendors, customers, and internal clients of the company and manages outside counsel with assistance from supervising attorney.
• Assists with the development of personnel and integration of company processes.
• Must adhere to a strict code of ethics.
• A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
• In the US, a Juris Doctor (JD) in law is required. 5+ years of experience is required.
• Must be licensed to practice law in applicable areas.

Qualifications

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Location

Requisition Number: 201968
Experience Level: Experienced Hire
Job Family: Support Services
Product Service Line: Legal
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

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Compensation Information

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.