Legal Assistant

Joey Yap Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic legal support firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the legal department by managing contracts and trademarks. The ideal candidate should have a diploma or degree in law, excellent communication skills, and strong attention to detail. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. This position offers competitive staff benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

EPF, SOCSO, medical claim and hospitalization insurance

Yearly bonus and increment

Monthly Birthday celebration and sports activities

Discounted company products and services

Education & Training support

Local and overseas travel opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of intellectual property and copyright protection.
• Working experience in law firms will be an added advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contracts.
• Prepare and maintain contract documents.
• Handle registration and management of trademarks.
• Conduct research on relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensure all legal records are kept up to date.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of contract law

Education

Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Law or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Legal Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the legal department by ensuring the highest level of protection for the company’s legal interests. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of legal processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and finalizing contracts, ensuring compliance with legal standards and company policies.
• Prepare and maintain contract documents, including NDAs, Service Agreements, and supplier contracts, by updating names, dates, terms, and other key details.
• Handle the registration, monitoring, and management of trademarks, including conducting preliminary searches and filing applications.
• Ensure timely renewals and responses to trademark office actions, maintaining the company’s trademark portfolio.
• Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and industry practices to support the legal team’s work on contracts, IP, and copyright matters.
• Ensure all legal records are kept up to date and filed correctly, both physically and digitally.

Qualifications

• At least Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Law or equivalent.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, intellectual property, and copyright protection.
• Working experience in law firms will be an added advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Staff Benefits

• EPF, SOCSO, medical claim and hospitalization insurance.
• Yearly bonus and increment.
• Monthly Birthday celebration and sports activities.
• Discounted company products and services.
• Education & Training support.
• Local and overseas travel opportunities.

Working hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm