Legal Clerk

Messrs Nicholas Netto; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Messrs Nicholas Netto seeks a Legal Clerk to join the Kuala Lumpur office on a full-time basis. The role involves providing essential administrative and substantive support to the principal, contributing to efficient legal services while gaining exposure to diverse areas of law.

Ideal candidates will hold a diploma or have relevant experience, with strong English and Bahasa Malaysia communication skills, and familiarity with case management software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• A diploma or relevant experience in a legal environment.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Familiarity with case management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support: manage correspondence, filing and organize legal documents.
• Assist with preparing legal documents and case files.
• Maintain accurate case records and diary; manage client matters.
• Liaise with clients, courts and external parties on routine matters.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards and ethics.
• Support principal and firm operations as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication (ENG,

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Confidentiality and ethics

Education

Diploma or relevant experience

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

Messrs Nicholas Netto is seeking a Legal Clerk to join our team on a full-time basis at our office in Sunway Velocity, Kuala Lumpur. Easy access via MRT and LRT. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in the legal profession. As a Legal Clerk, you will provide essential administrative and substantive support to our principal, contributing to the smooth operation of our legal practice whilst gaining valuable experience in various areas of law. This role is fundamental to ensuring our clients receive efficient and high-quality legal services.

What you'll be doing

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Providing admin support, including managing correspondence, filing and organising legal documents
• Assisting with the preparation of legal documents and case files
• Assisting in the management of client matters, including maintaining accurate case records and diary
• Liaising with clients, courts and other external parties on routine legal matters
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to professional standards and ethical obligations
• Contributing to the general operations of the firm and supporting the principal as required

What we’re looking for

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following:

• A diploma or relevant experience.
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia
• Proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office applications
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A professional approach to confidentiality and ethical standards
• Prior experience in a law firm or legal department would be highly valued, but not compulsory