LEGAL COUNSEL (In House)

Kinergy; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled legal professional to provide expert advice on various legal topics, particularly in corporate law and compliance management. This role involves drafting and managing commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and advising senior management on legal implications of strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the energy sector, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal scenarios. Join a dynamic team where your legal expertise will play a crucial role in driving the organization forward while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Qualified to practice as a lawyer in Malaysia with PQE.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with laws and protect company interests.

Skills

Legal Advice

Contract Management

Compliance Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Education

LLB (Hons)/Bachelor of Laws

Job description

Provide accurate, relevant and timely advice to the organization on variety of legal topics.

Draft, review, negotiate and manage various commercial contracts and agreements (ideally, with experience and expertise in commercial, corporate, and SEDA (Sustainable Energy Development Authority) regulation practices).

Ensure that all business contracts and agreements are in compliance with applicable laws, protecting the company’s interests and minimizing legal risks.

Experience in critical laws and/or compliance management, particularly in relevant legal areas such as oil, gas, or the energy industry.

Advise business teams on contract terms, risks, and impacts.

Provide precise legal guidance on issues that impact the organization and collaborating with third parties, including regulators and external counsel, as needed.

Advise and counsel the company’s senior management on the legal implications of strategic decisions and business activities.

Manage post-contract governance and ensuring compliance with regulatory norms.

Additional advantages include expertise in handling renewable energy related contracts and the ability to build trusted relationships with peers and senior stakeholders through excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsive and attentive to urgent queries and matters, if necessary.

Stay up-to-date with changes to legislation, particularly in relation to laws, rules and regulations that directly affect the organization's business and specific industry.

Adaptability, discretion, and resilience to navigate complex situations and manage high pressure scenarios with poise and focus.

Careful attention to detail & deep sense of integrity.

Remain open to listening, learning, and adapting to new information or perspectives.

Humble and focus on achieving the best possible outcome, not for personal recognition, but for the benefit of the company.

Always striving to understand the company's needs while offering thoughtful and clear guidance.

Requirements:

LLB (Hons)/Bachelor of Laws degree from universities/institutions recognized by the government of Malaysia.

Qualified to practice as a lawyer in Malaysia, with Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) gained from working in law firms or in-house legal departments, including completion of pupillage.

Ideally called to the Malaysian Bar or any other Commonwealth countries.

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in corporate law, with experience managing procurement portfolios in leadership or mid-managerial positions.

High level of proficiency in English language; basic proficiency in Mandarin and Bahasa Malay.

Salary: RM 9,500-RM11,000/month for 2-5 years of experiences.