Legal Advisor (Legal Operations)

Primus IP; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal advisory firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Legal Operations professional to support the Advisory team with legal strategy and document preparation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Law, be fluent in Bahasa Malaysia and English, and show a strong interest in intellectual property law. The position offers a competitive commission structure, flexible work hours, and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive commission structure

Flexible working hours

Laptop and mobile phone provided

14 days annual leave

Open and transparent working environment

Qualifications

• Bar membership is optional but an advantage.
• Strong interest in intellectual property law.
• Willing to learn and committed to a long-term role.
• Professional and reliable, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal strategy and analysis to Advisory team.
• Prepare legal documents including letters and filings.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in filings.
• Liaise with MyIPO and Government agencies.
• Attend hearings at MyIPO when required.
• Draft and vet commercial contracts and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and updates on IP law.

Skills

Strong command of Bahasa Malaysia

Strong command of English

Basic spreadsheet skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Job description

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law.
• Bar membership is optional but an advantage.
• Strong command of Bahasa Malaysia and English. Mandarin is an advantage.
• Strong interest in intellectual property law.
• Willing to learn and committed to a long-term role.
• Professional and reliable, with the ability to explain legal concepts clearly to our Advisory team.
• Comfortable with basic spreadsheets and modern digital tools.

About the Role

Legal Operations supports our Advisory team with legal strategy, procedural guidance, and accurate document preparation. This role focuses on internal legal support rather than direct client advisory. You shall maintain updated knowledge of IP law and MyIPO practice so that our Advisors can deliver precise and consistent guidance to clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal strategy, analysis, and procedural advice to our Advisory team.
• Prepare legal documents including letters, written submissions, declarations, and filing forms.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all filings and documentation.
• Liaise with MyIPO and other Government agencies in Malaysia and overseas.
• Attend ex parte hearings at MyIPO when required.
• Review and prepare settlement related documents for negotiations.
• Draft and vet commercial contracts and agreements.
• Draft legal opinions, internal notes, and articles.
• Conduct legal research and provide updates on changes in IP law and procedure.
• Maintain accurate records and support internal tracking systems.

Benefits

• Competitive, performance-based commission structure that rewards real results.
• Hybrid work arrangement with flexible working hours that allows you to work from home and/or office.
• Laptop and mobile phone provided.
• 14 days annual leave.
• Open and transparent working environment.