Executive and Legal & Secretariat

gradmalaysia.com; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Legal Assistant to assist in drafting and reviewing legal documents while providing input for risk mitigation and corporate secretarial support. The ideal candidate holds a Degree in Law with at least one year of relevant experience, preferably in asset management. Strong organizational skills, high integrity, and knowledge of corporate governance are essential. This role presents an opportunity to work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Knowledge of corporate governance and company secretariat responsibilities is a plus.
• Familiarity with regulations and guidelines of Securities Commission and EPF is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents.
• Identify and assess legal risks and provide input for mitigation.
• Support corporate secretarial duties including board meeting coordination.

Skills

Legal administration

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Law or equivalent qualification

Job description

• To assist in drafting, reviewing and revising legal related documents
• To identify, assess and provide legal input for risk mitigation
• To develop and maintain good rapport with internal & external stakeholders (i.e. legal counsel)
• To assist and support corporate secretarial duties, i.e. coordination of board and committee meetings, statutory filings, submission of annual returns and other assignments as assigned
• To keep abreast and provide summaries of the latest legal updates and requirements

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Law or equivalent qualification
• Possess minimum 1 year of relevant work experience, preferably in a law firm or in-house legal department in the asset management industry
• Skilled in legal administration
• High integrity, meticulous and organized with commendable interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of corporate governance and company secretariat responsibilities will be an added advantage
• Familiarity with regulations/ guidelines of Securities Commission, EPF, and the legal and regulatory frameworks is an added advantage

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