Legal Assistant

LIEN DAK CONSTRUCTION CO. SDN BHD; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

LIEN DAK CONSTRUCTION CO. SDN BHD is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant to provide legal support across the Group’s operations. The role involves drafting/ reviewing contracts, advising on legal matters, managing documentation, and supporting dispute resolution.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of relevant experience in construction, property, or corporate law, with strong English and Bahasa Malaysia skills; Mandarin is a plus. Office location in PJ with potential project site travel.

Qualifications

• Draft, review, and vet a wide range of legal documents for the Group, subsidiaries, and associated entities.
• Provide legal advice and support on contractual, compliance, and operational matters.
• Assist in contract administration, including monitoring contractual obligations, timelines, and risk exposure.
• Assist in adjudication (e.g., CIPAA), arbitration, and litigation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, particularly within construction and property development.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and vet a wide range of legal documents for the Group, subsidiaries, and associated entities, including: Construction contracts, Letters of award, variation orders, and contractual correspondence.
• NDAs, MOUs, and other commercial agreements.
• Provide legal advice and support to internal departments on contractual, compliance, and operational matters.
• Assist in contract administration, including monitoring contractual obligations, timelines, and risk exposure.
• Liaising with external solicitors; Assisting in adjudication, arbitration, and litigation; Preparing documentation and case summaries.

Skills

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia proficiency

Mandarin (optional)

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent professional legal qualification

Job description

Currently our office is located at Damansara Utama. Expected to move to Glenmarie, Shah Alam in 1st Quarter of Year 2027.

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to provide legal support across the Group's business operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and reviewing contracts, advising on legal and regulatory matters, managing legal documentation, and supporting dispute resolution and corporate exercises. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in the construction, property development, or corporate sectors who are looking to grow their legal career in a dynamic business environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent professional legal qualification.

Called to the Bar and/or completion of chambering is an added advantage (not mandatory).

1-3 years of relevant working experience, preferably in construction, property, or corporate legal practice.

Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken); Mandarin is an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and vet a wide range of legal documents for the Group, subsidiaries, and associated entities, including:

Construction contracts (main contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements)

Letters of award, variation orders, and contractual correspondence

NDAs, MOUs, and other commercial agreements

Provide legal advice and support to internal departments on contractual, compliance, and operational matters.

Assist in contract administration, including monitoring contractual obligations, timelines, and risk exposure.

Liaising with external solicitors

Assisting in adjudication (e.g., CIPAA), arbitration, and litigation

Preparing documentation and case summaries

Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, particularly within the construction and property development sector.

Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the business.

Support corporate exercises such as due diligence, restructuring, and regulatory filings.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with strong attention to detail.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines.

Good interpersonal and communication skills to engage with internal stakeholders and external parties.

Additional Information

Exposure to construction law frameworks (e.g., PAM contracts, CIPAA) is an added advantage.

Experience in construction claims, EOT, LAD, variation orders, and contract disputes is highly preferred.

Familiarity with CIDB-related frameworks and standard form contracts is beneficial.

Working knowledge of the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (CIPAA) and dispute resolution processes (adjudication, arbitration, litigation) is advantageous.

Experience in corporate and commercial matters, including due diligence and regulatory compliance, will be an added benefit.

Ability to manage group-level legal matters across multiple entities.

Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills in contract negotiation and project execution.

Proactive, resourceful, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Willing to travel to project sites and attend meetings when required.