Junior Legal Executive

Agensi Pekerjaan Global Density Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Legal Executive to assist in drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents. Candidates should be eager to learn and have a strong grasp of legal writing, communication, and organizational skills. This role offers exposure to corporate governance and compliance tasks in a supportive environment, making it ideal for fresh graduates and those with limited experience.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates or candidates with 1-2 years of relevant experience encouraged.
• Strong legal writing and communication skills required.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and reviewing various legal documents.
• Conduct legal research on applicable laws and standards.
• Support compliance audits and assist with internal policies.

Skills

Legal writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Legal research

Good command of English

Good command of Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

Job description

Assist in drafting, vetting, and reviewing contracts, service agreements, NDAs, MOUs, LOIs, tenancy agreements, and other legal documents.

Maintain a proper filing system and legal document repository (physical and digital).

Support in contract lifecycle management including renewals, variations, and terminations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Legal Documentation & Contract Management

• Assist in drafting, vetting, and reviewing contracts, service agreements, NDAs, MOUs, LOIs, tenancy agreements, and other legal documents.

• Maintain a proper filing system and legal document repository (physical and digital).

• Support in contract lifecycle management including renewals, variations, and terminations.

2. Legal Research & Advisory Support

• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and case laws.

• Assist in preparing legal opinions, summaries, and briefing notes for internal use.

• Monitor updates to key legislation (e.g. Companies Act 2016, Employment Act, ISO standards, etc.).

3. Compliance & Risk Management

• Assist in compliance audits and prepare compliance checklists.

• Help track licenses, permits, and statutory obligations.

• Support in implementing internal policies, SOPs, and risk mitigation strategies.

4. Administrative & Coordination Support

• Coordinate with external legal counsel on ongoing matters, if needed.

• Assist in scheduling and preparing documentation for legal meetings.

• Support internal departments (HR, Tender, Finance, Ops) on legal-related matters.

5. Corporate Governance

• Assist in company secretarial matters (board resolutions, minutes, statutory filings).

• Support in organizing AGMs, board meetings, and maintaining statutory registers.

Requirements:

Education & Qualification:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent.

• Fresh graduates or candidates with 1–2 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Skills:

• Strong legal writing and communication skills.

• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.

• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Personal Attributes:

• Discreet and trustworthy with handling confidential information.

• Eager to learn and take initiative.

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

• Adaptable to fast-paced and multi-tasking environment.

Working Conditions:

• Based in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail

• Office hours 8.30 a.m. - 5.30 p.m.

• May be required to travel occasionally for meetings or training.

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