Legal Counsel

EZYTRONIC SDN BHD; Puchong; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in Puchong, Malaysia, is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel with over 6 years of PQE. The successful candidate will provide legal support in capital markets, corporate exercises, and M&A. Responsibilities include advising on IPO structuring, drafting agreements, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role requires strong problem-solving and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 6 years PQE with substantial experience in capital markets, corporate exercises, advisory, and M&A.
• Solid knowledge of securities regulation and corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on structuring and execution of IPOs and rights issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate share purchase and joint venture agreements.
• Monitor and advise on changes in securities law and corporate law.

Skills

Strong transactional experience

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Legal Counsel with a minimum of six (6) years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE), called to the Bar, to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide strategic and practical legal support across a wide range of matters, with emphasis on capital markets, corporate exercises, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), and advisory work.

The role requires a commercially minded lawyer who can balance legal risk management with enabling business objectives, and who is comfortable working on complex, cross-border corporate and financing transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on structuring and execution of IPOs, rights issues, private placements, corporate reorganisations, and other securities offerings.
• Ensure compliance with listing requirements, securities regulations, and guidelines issued by relevant regulators.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Draft, review, and negotiate share purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, shareholder agreements, and related transaction documents.
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence exercises and coordinate with external counsel where necessary.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, directors’ duties, and regulatory obligations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements (including financing agreements, advisory mandates, service contracts, etc.).

Regulatory & Compliance

• Monitor and advise on relevant changes in securities law, corporate law, and regulatory developments.
• Liaise with regulators, exchanges, and other authorities on corporate submissions and compliance matters.
• Assess and mitigate legal risks associated with corporate and investment activities.
• Support the management of disputes and potential litigation, including coordination with external counsel.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised institution.
• Must be admitted to the Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 6 years PQE (with substantial experience in capital markets, corporate exercises, advisory, and M&A).
• Strong transactional experience, with exposure to cross-border deals considered an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of securities regulation, corporate law, and governance frameworks.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with business teams, regulators, and external counsel.
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple priorities, and provide sound, business-oriented legal advice under tight timelines.