Legal Counsel

GoGoVan; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support across various business activities, focusing on contract negotiation and corporate governance. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Law and has at least 2 years of relevant experience, ideally within a tech environment. Strong bilingual skills in English and Mandarin are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a lawyer or in-house legal counsel.
• Experience in tech company preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across business activities.
• Draft and review various agreements and contracts.
• Advise on HR-related legal matters.

Skills

Legal advice provision

Contract negotiation

Corporate governance

Bilingual in English and Mandarin

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Job description

Legal Counsel – GOGOX Malaysia Legal

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on a wide range of business activities across the Asia-Pacific region, with a focus on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including NDAs, service contracts, and agreements with suppliers and customers.
• Advise on employment and HR-related legal matters, providing practical guidance to internal teams to help manage business risks.
• Oversee corporate governance and administration matters.
• Support legal issues arising from other offices across the Asia-Pacific region, as required.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects and initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related legal qualification.
• At least 2 years of experience as a practicing lawyer and/or in-house legal counsel (experience in tech company is a plus).
• Strong background in corporate legal drafting, contract negotiation, and reviewing commercial agreements.
• Strong command of English and Mandarin (both written and spoken). Proficiency in Cantonese or Korean will be a distinct advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.