CORPORATE LAWYER

Akmal Shamsul Kahar & Co; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will excel in contract negotiation and legal documentation, ensuring compliance and favorable terms. You will tackle complex legal matters, lead negotiations, and provide strategic advice in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes exceptional communication and leadership skills, allowing you to thrive in a vibrant office culture. If you are adaptable and service-oriented, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in corporate law.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a corporate lawyer.
• Proven track record of handling complex legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations on high-value contracts and agreements.
• Draft and manage intricate corporate commercial agreements.
• Provide strategic legal advice to support business objectives.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Legal Documentation

Issue Resolution

Leadership Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Degree from an accredited law school

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations on complex, high-value contracts and agreements, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with applicable laws.
2. Legal Documentation: Draft, review, and manage intricate corporate commercial agreements and regulatory documents, including but not limited to Share Sale Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Mergers and Acquisitions, due diligence reports, and IPO compliance documentation.
3. Clarity in Drafting: Prepare high-value legal documents that are clear, concise, and unambiguous, minimizing the potential for misinterpretation or disputes.
4. Issue Resolution: Identify and effectively address complex corporate and commercial issues independently, providing strategic legal advice to support business objectives.

Requirements:

1. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience as corporate lawyer with a proven track record of handling complex legal matters.
2. Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability in relationship management, leading legal teams, and developing talent to drive value across the business.
3. Strategic Alignment: Experience in setting departmental priorities that align with the legal department’s strategic direction and overall business goals.
4. Communication: Exceptional communication skills, crucial for providing clear instructions and information, thereby enhancing the performance and efficiency of junior lawyers.
5. Adaptability: Result-driven and service-oriented, with excellent problem-solving abilities. Must be highly adaptable, flexible, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
6. Cultural Fit: Ability to thrive in a vibrant and energetic office culture, contributing positively to team dynamics.

Qualification:

1. MALAYSIAN ONLY
2. Education : At least a degree from an accredited law school

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What's your expected monthly basic salary? Which of the following types of qualifications do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a Corporate Lawyer? Which of the following languages are you fluent in? How many years' experience do you have in corporate & commercial law? How would you rate your English language skills? How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Vision

Our vision is to provide our clients with skilled legal advice in a timely and efficient manner. We strive to handle each other with accountability and responsiveness, as if we were representing ourselves. We focus our attention on the legal aspects of our client's business so that our clients can focus their attention on their success of their business. Our vision reflects our values: integrity, service, excellence and teamwork.

Mission

The consummation of deals and the resolution of disputes and compliance with the law are the reasons for our existence as a organization. In our opinion, civil argument and reasoning are the path to peaceful resolutions and progress. We believe we serves our clients by helping them achieve great business outcomes. Our firm's lawyers exhibit a steadfast willingness to explore the alternatives to help resolve disagreements and then we are able to work with other parties to find and follow the best path. It is through the use of these skills that we are able to deliver value for our clients.

Vision

Our vision is to provide our clients with skilled legal advice in a timely and efficient manner. We strive to handle each other with accountability and responsiveness, as if we were representing ourselves. We focus our attention on the legal aspects of our client's business so that our clients can focus their attention on their success of their business. Our vision reflects our values: integrity, service, excellence and teamwork.

Mission

The consummation of deals and the resolution of disputes and compliance with the law are the reasons for our existence as a organization. In our opinion, civil argument and reasoning are the path to peaceful resolutions and progress. We believe we serves our clients by helping them achieve great business outcomes. Our firm's lawyers exhibit a steadfast willingness to explore the alternatives to help resolve disagreements and then we are able to work with other parties to find and follow the best path. It is through the use of these skills that we are able to deliver value for our clients.

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