Legal Counsel - Manufacturing Industry (Fixed Term Position)

Agensi Pekerjaan Reeracoen Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Klang Municipal Council; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia seeks a dedicated Legal Advisor to provide expert legal guidance and ensure compliance across various departments. The role involves drafting contracts, overseeing regulatory compliance, and providing strategic support in legal disputes. Ideal candidates will have a law degree and a strong background in legal administration and risk management.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Law.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Ability to provide strategic legal support in compliance matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and compliance advisory support to management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents including contracts.
• Oversee compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Legal compliance

Contract negotiation

Risk mitigation

Legal administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

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Job Purpose >
Provide expert legal advice to all departments, ensuring organizational compliance and risk mitigation. The role covers drafting and reviewing legal documents, managing legal administration, and advising on a wide range of business activities, including contracts, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, 3PL, and principal-related matters.

< Job Duties & Responsibilities >
- Provide legal and compliance advisory support to management and all departments on matters affecting the company's operations in Malaysia.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal documents including commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and purchase orders, ensuring alignment with local laws and corporate policies.
- Oversee compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including the management of regulatory filings, business licensing, and external audits, in accordance with Malaysian legal standards as well as global corporate compliance frameworks.
- Conduct internal training sessions to raise awareness and build capacity on relevant legal, regulatory, and compliance issues across departments.
- Support corporate secretarial functions, including preparation and maintenance of statutory records and assistance in Board and shareholder meetings where necessary.
- Identify and mitigate legal risks, and provide strategic legal support during disputes, investigations, or crisis situations, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with applicable regulations.