Legal & Compliance Executive

Greatech; George Town; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in George Town is seeking a Compliance Executive to ensure adherence to legal standards and internal policies. The role involves providing legal support, managing compliance training, and collaborating with teams on legal matters. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a basic understanding of corporate law. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of legal concepts related to corporate and commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with laws and internal policies.
• Provide legal advice and support to safeguard company interests.
• Manage corporate and commercial legal matters.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Qualified lawyer in a common law jurisdiction

Job description

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Job Responsibilities

1. Ensure the company’s transactions and business activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies to minimize legal risks.
2. Provide legal advice and support to safeguard the company's rights, obligations, and interests while managing risks effectively.
3. Collaborate with internal teams on compliance matters, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and company policies.
4. Manage end-to-end corporate and commercial legal matters, including reviewing, drafting, vetting, and negotiating agreements and legal documents.
5. Coordinate with external legal counsel on various legal issues and manage legal costs and fees.
6. Develop and conduct compliance training on applicable legal and compliance topics.
7. Maintain confidentiality on assigned tasks.
8. Conduct Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance assessments, gap analyses, and implement improvement plans.
9. Maintain and update legal databases and documentation securely and systematically.
10. Monitor and ensure timely updates of content on company websites.
11. Perform daily checks and share updates via company email.
12. Conduct sampling checks and reviews for Anti-Bribery, Corruption, and Corporate Liability compliance.
13. Prepare internal newsletters and share updates on ethics-related topics.
14. Stay updated on legal and regulatory requirements.
15. Comply with all ISO standards, policies, safety practices, SOPs, and work instructions.
16. Perform any other duties as assigned by superiors and management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of legal concepts related to corporate, technology, and commercial contracts, including Company Law, Contract Law, Commercial Law, Corporate Governance, Intellectual Property, or Data Protection.
• Exposure to or familiarity with corporate, contract, and litigation matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills with high integrity; a team player capable of working independently.
• Good time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Possession of own transport and willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with external parties, including authorities and regulatory agencies.
• Preferably a qualified lawyer in a common law jurisdiction. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with 1-2 years of relevant experience in legal, compliance, or corporate governance will have an advantage.

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