Legal & Compliance Assistant Manager: Governance & IPO Prep

Confidentiel; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidentiel in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Manager, Legal & Compliance to support legal, governance, and corporate services functions within a growing organization.

You will lead drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, provide advisory support on corporate transactions, and help build robust compliance programs across AML, data protection, anti-bribery, and whistleblowing. IPO readiness exposure is an advantage.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent law degree.
• 6-10 years of relevant legal experience.
• In-house legal advisory experience is preferred.
• Experience with IPO readiness and governance in regulated industries is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead review, drafting, negotiation, and management of commercial agreements and client contracts.
• Provide legal support for corporate transactions, partnerships, and shareholder matters.
• Manage litigation, disputes, and coordination with external counsel.
• Develop and maintain compliance programs covering anti-bribery, AML, data protection, and governance.
• Support IPO readiness and corporate governance enhancements.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent

Job description

Confidentiel in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Manager, Legal & Compliance to support legal, governance, and corporate services functions within a growing organization.

You will lead drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, provide advisory support on corporate transactions, and help build robust compliance programs across AML, data protection, anti-bribery, and whistleblowing. IPO readiness exposure is an advantage.