Group Legal Counsel

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters Sdn Bhd; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Agensi Pekerjaan Executive Recruiters Sdn Bhd seeks a Group Legal Counsel in Putrajaya to provide strategic legal guidance to the Board and management on corporate, commercial, contractual, regulatory, and operational matters.

You will draft and negotiate key agreements, advise on governance and Bursa Malaysia compliance, and oversee a legal risk and compliance framework, disputes, and external counsel management. A senior practitioner with leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law and admission as a solicitor are required.
• Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience in corporate/legal department or law firm.
• Experience with Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice to the Board, management, and business units on corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance and Bursa Malaysia listing requirements.
• Establish and monitor legal risk and compliance framework.
• Manage litigation, arbitration, and disputes with external counsel.
• Lead and develop the Group Legal team and supervise legal matters.
• Support M&A, joint ventures, restructuring, and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee regulatory filings, company secretary collaboration, and governance processes.
• Promote policies, training, and awareness of legal and governance requirements.

Skills

Corporate law

Commercial law

Contract law

Regulatory compliance

Legal risk management

Team leadership

External counsel management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB)

Admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya

Job description

Group Legal Counsel

Putrajaya, Malaysia | Posted on 08/13/2026

• Provide strategic legal advice to the Board, management, and business units on corporate, commercial, contractual, regulatory, and operational matters.
• Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Keep management updated on relevant legal and regulatory developments.

2. Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Protect the Group’s legal and commercial interests in contractual arrangements.
• Provide legal support for key transactions, property development, financing, joint ventures, and strategic initiatives.

3. Corporate Governance & Listed Company Matters

• Advise on corporate governance and compliance with applicable laws and Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements.
• Oversee Board and shareholders’ resolutions, corporate filings, and related documentation.
• Work closely with the Company Secretary on listed company and regulatory matters.

4. Legal Risk & Compliance

• Establish and monitor the Group’s legal risk and compliance framework.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, licences, and contractual obligations.
• Develop and review relevant policies, procedures, and legal guidelines.
• Manage litigation, arbitration, adjudication, disputes, and claims involving the Group.
• Work with external counsel on dispute strategies, settlements, and legal proceedings.
• Monitor legal risks, costs, and potential exposure.

6. External Counsel Management

• Appoint, instruct, and manage external legal advisers.
• Monitor the quality, effectiveness, and costs of external legal services.
• Lead and supervise the Group Legal team and ensure effective management of legal matters.
• Develop team capabilities and foster a high-performance culture.
• Establish appropriate processes, KPIs, and performance standards.
• Conduct legal and compliance training for management and employees.
• Promote awareness of legal, regulatory, contractual, and governance requirements.

9. Strategic Projects

• Provide legal support for M&A, joint ventures, restructuring, investments, financing, property development, and other strategic initiatives.
• Conduct legal due diligence and provide legal input on key corporate and commercial transactions.
• Undertake other legal and governance matters assigned by the Board or senior management.

Requirements

Job Requirement :

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant post-qualification experience, preferably with experience in a corporate legal department and/or reputable law firm.
• Strong experience in corporate, commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters.
• Experience in a public listed company environment and familiarity with Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements will be an advantage.
• Knowledge and experience in property development, construction, corporate transactions, and commercial law will be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Malaysian laws and regulations, including the Companies Act 2016 and other legislation relevant to the Group's business.
• Experience in managing litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution matters.
• Experience in managing and supervising a legal team is preferred.