Legal Counsel (Mandarin Speaker) | Old Klang Road

Career Horizons; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate agency in Malaysia seeks a qualified legal professional to manage contracts, advise on governance, and support corporate legal matters. The ideal candidate will hold an LL.B, possess at least 2 years of experience, and be fluent in English, Malay, and Mandarin. Strong critical thinking and communication skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to diverse legal initiatives and work with international teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Post-Qualified Experience in either a law firm or corporate setting.
• Prior experience in litigation and corporate matters is required.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Negotiating and drafting commercial contracts and legal documents.
• Managing global intellectual property portfolio.
• Leading legal due diligence for international expansions.

Skills

Proficient in written and spoken English

Proficient in Malay

Proficient in Mandarin

Strong critical thinking skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

Job description

Company Overview

Our client is a leading real estate agency and advisory firm with a strong global presence, specializing in property sales, project marketing, and investment opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Negotiating and drafting commercial contracts, company policies, and legal documents across multiple jurisdictions.
• Shaping internal governance by creating and refining policies, memos, and regulatory reports.
• Managing our global intellectual property portfolio, safeguarding IQI’s trademarks and brand assets.
• Leading legal due diligence for international expansions, joint ventures, and strategic projects.
• Tracking regulatory changes and advising on updates to keep the business agile and compliant.
• Supporting diverse legal matters, including corporate, commercial, litigation, and cross-border transactions.
• Collaborating with external counsel and business partners to align legal strategy with operational goals.
• Advising business units across real estate, PropTech, hospitality, valuation, and design to ensure legal clarity and sector compliance.
• Contributing to special projects and ad-hoc legal initiatives with initiative and insight.

Requirements

• A minimum qualification of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) with commendable academic results from a reputable university and called to the Malaysian Bar.
• Minimum 2 years of Post-Qualified Experience in either a law firm or corporate setting.
• Prior experience in litigation and corporate matters is required
• Proficient in written and spoken English, Malay and Mandarin.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin is essential for reviewing and analysing Chinese regulations and laws, as well as communicating with local stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking skills to assess fact situations, identify legal issues, analyse, understand, and apply relevant statutes and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and part of a team.
• Excel at solving complex, multi-faceted problems, demonstrating sound judgment in risk assessment and the ability to present informed solutions in a manner that balances business goals and people’s needs.