Junior Legal Executive

AVISCON PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SDN BHD; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company located in Malaysia is seeking a legal professional with a Law degree and at least three years of experience. The role involves monitoring ongoing legal cases, liaising with external parties such as legal firms and government agencies, and drafting legal documents. Strong communication skills in English and Malay are essential, along with an understanding of housing legislation and corporate governance. This position offers opportunities to manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with legal regulations.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in legal practice or in-house counsel roles.
• Good understanding of housing legislation and corporate governance.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English and Malay.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review the progress and status of ongoing legal cases.
• Liaise with external parties including legal firms and government agencies.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Law

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and review the progress and status of on-going legal cases.
• Liaise with external parties including legal firms, government agencies, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders to ensure timely responses and compliance.
• Draft and review basic legal-related documents, contracts, agreements, and correspondence with guidance from senior personnel.
• Assist in ensuring documents and internal policies comply with the latest statutory or regulatory requirements.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly legal reports and documentation for management review.
• Assist in developing and updating compliance checklists based on current statutory obligations.
• Represent the company for basic legal matters such as document submissions and liaison with councils, regulators, and government agencies as required.
• Support the monitoring and follow-up of legal and compliance issues relating to Joint Management Body (JMB) matters.
• Undertake any other administrative or ad hoc tasks related to legal functions as assigned.

Qualifications

Possess a Degree in Law with at least three (3) years of experience in legal practice and/or in-house counsel roles, preferably gained in reputable companies or law firms

Good understanding of housing legislation and regulations, contract management, corporate governance, corporate secretarial procedures and relevant Malaysian laws and regulations

Strong drafting, analytical and organizational skills

Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels of management and external parties

Proficient in both written and spoken English and Malay

Strong sense of responsibility and initiative. Can work independently