Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney / Antitrust and Competition - Litigation and Investigatio[...]

LawCrossing; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm specializing in compliance is seeking a Legal Counsel in Kuala Selangor, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will provide legal and compliance advisory, supporting implementation of a global compliance program, and leading monitoring activities. The role requires 4-7 years of relevant experience, preferably with a multinational corporation or law firm, and a Bachelor of Laws degree. This position offers competitive pay and professional growth opportunities within a united corporate culture committed to ethical standards.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Commitment to ethical standards

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant legal/compliance experience, ideally with a multinational corporation or reputable law firm.
• Experience in ABAC, privacy laws, or internal investigations is an advantage.
• Admission to the Malaysian Bar is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical legal advice on compliance matters.
• Support implementation of the global anti-bribery and data privacy compliance program.
• Lead monitoring activities and compliance audits.

Skills

Legal advisory

Compliance program implementation

Data privacy knowledge

Regulatory frameworks understanding

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Job description

Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney / Antitrust and Competition - Litigation and Investigations Attorney in Selangor, Selangor

Job Title

Legal Counsel, Compliance

Job Responsibilities

1. Legal & Compliance Advisory

• Provide practical and business-focused legal advice on compliance matters, including anti-bribery and corruption (ABAC), data privacy, competition law, third-party risk, and industry-specific regulations.
• Review, assess, and support commercial contracts, distributor agreements, and third-party engagements with an emphasis on compliance requirements.
• Guide local leadership and functional teams on compliance-related questions, policy interpretation, and risk mitigation strategies.

2. Compliance Program Implementation

• Support implementation of the company’s global anti-bribery and data privacy compliance program in South East Asia, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and local regulatory expectations.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and partner with cross‑functional collaborators in various departments.
• Lead or support internal compliance investigations, working closely with global and regional compliance teams.
• Coordinate compliance certifications, policy rollouts, and local governance processes.
• Develop and provide compliance training programs for employees, channel partners, and other relevant collaborators.
• Promote a strong culture of ethics and accountability through ongoing education and awareness activities.
• Collaborate with global compliance partners to localize training content for SEA audiences.

4. Monitoring & Reporting

• Lead monitoring activities, external due diligence, gifts and hospitality reviews, conflict‑of‑interest disclosures, and compliance audits.
• Support reporting obligations to regional and global compliance leadership.
• Run local compliance metrics, remediation actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (); admission to the Malaysian Bar is strongly preferred.
• 4–7 years of relevant legal/compliance experience, ideally with a multinational corporation or reputable law firm.
• Experience in ABAC, privacy laws, or internal investigations is an advantage.
• Exposure to life sciences, healthcare, manufacturing, or regulated industries.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of SEA regulatory and corporate governance frameworks.
• Ability to translate regulations in multiple jurisdictions into clear, practical advice for business partners.
• Ability to work in a matrixed, multicultural environment across APAC.

Salary Information

• Competitive pay and benefits consistent with the company’s worldwide criteria.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.
• A united culture committed to ethical standards, safety, and steady advancement.