Legal Counsel

Michael Page; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Legal Counsel for a large organization in the automotive industry in Selangor. This position involves reviewing and drafting agreements, preparing documentation for legal matters, and providing legal guidance. The ideal candidate will hold an LLB with 5-8 years of experience and be admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the Malaysian Bar. This role offers competitive benefits and a chance for career growth in a structured professional environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Comprehensive staff benefits

Career growth potential

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant legal experience.
• Admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the Malaysian Bar.
• Experience in litigation and operational agreements.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft legal agreements.
• Prepare reports on legal matters.
• Work with external counsel on litigation.

Skills

Legal drafting

Attention to detail

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

LLB degree

Job description

Market Leader – Strategic Growth Opportunity

This opportunity is with a large organization in the automotive industry, known for its commitment to excellence and compliance. The company operates in a professional and structured environment to support its growing operations in Selangor.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft agreements to protect the operating units' legal interests and reduce exposure to legal or contractual risk.
• Draft and vet responses to customer correspondence on behalf of the operating units.
• Prepare documentation and reports related to ongoing legal matters.
• Work with external counsel on litigation matters, including preparing or reviewing witness statements, statements of defence, and other court filings.
• Keep the litigation database updated with the latest progress of court cases.
• Provide clear, practical legal guidance to operating units on issues or queries raised.
• Assist the Head of Legal with assigned legal tasks and projects.

Qualifications

• Holds a degree in Law (LLB) with at least 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the Malaysian Bar.
• Well-versed in drafting and reviewing tenancy, supply, service, confidentiality/NDAs, and a wide range of operational agreements.
• Experienced in preparing and reviewing court documents for litigation matters.
• Competent in drafting and reviewing defence statements for consumer tribunal proceedings.
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy in legal work.
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive staff benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a large organization within the automotive industry.
• Permanent position based in Selangor with career growth potential.

If you are a motivated and qualified Legal Counsel looking for an exciting opportunity in Selangor, we encourage you to apply today!

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