Legal Executive

OIB Group; Alor Merah; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Kedah is seeking a Legal Advisor to prepare and review legal documents, collaborate with external counsel, represent the company in court, and provide advisory support to management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Law, at least 2 years of experience, and be proficient in English. Strong knowledge of property and corporate law is essential. This role involves managing legal risks and may require travel within Kedah.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Compulsory English proficiency.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review a variety of legal documents.
• Collaborate with external lawyers for document drafting and legal opinions.
• Represent the company in court proceedings as required.
• Provide advisory support to internal departments.
• Keep abreast of changes in property and corporate law.
• Conduct legal due diligence for land acquisition and JV arrangements.

Skills

Property and corporate law knowledge

Negotiation skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Job description

Responsibilities

• Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents: Prepare and review a variety of legal documents, including Sales and Purchase Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Power of Attorney, etc.
• Liaison with External Legal Counsel: Collaborate with external lawyers to draft legal documents, obtain legal opinion and organise documentation in case preparation.
• Court Attendance: Represent the company in court proceedings as required to support in dispute resolution, litigation & handling legal issues.
• Manage Legal Risks: Provide advisory support to internal departments and managements.
• Property & Corporate Law Awareness: Keep abreast of changes in property and corporate law to advise management accordingly.
• Legal Due Diligence: For land acquisition & JV arrangements.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Law.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Compulsory English proficiency.
• Applicants must be willing to work in Sungai Petani, Kedah and occasionally need to travel Jitra/Alor Setar, Kedah.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Familiar with property and corporate law.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word & Powerpoint.
• Excellent communications skills and interpersonal abilities, including negotiation skills.