Legal Executive

Eastfound Malaysia Sdn.Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastfound Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a qualified legal professional to join our Legal Department in Johor. The role focuses on contracts management, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk mitigation to ensure operations align with laws and internal policies.

You will draft and review contracts, advise on employment, IP, and commercial law, maintain records, and coordinate with external counsel as needed. This is a full-time position reporting to the CEO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law required; Bar admission is a plus.
• 3+ years of relevant legal or corporate experience preferred.
• Experience in contract law, labor law, and corporate governance.
• Ability to draft, review contracts, and identify legal risks across business functions.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and revise a wide range of contracts and legal documents.
• Oversee contract execution to ensure compliance with policies and legal standards.
• Develop and maintain corporate policies, standard contracts, and employee handbooks with version control.
• Provide timely legal advice on employment, IP, and commercial law.
• Monitor changes in laws, assess impact, and propose practical solutions.
• Assist in maintaining company records, statutory filings, and corporate governance.
• Coordinate with external company secretaries, auditors, regulators on legal matters.
• Identify legal risks and coordinate with external law firms as needed.
• Support compliance training across the organization.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract review

Legal advisory

Regulatory compliance

Corporate governance

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Bar admission or passing the Bar exam

Job description

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Job Title: Legal Executive/Manager
Company: Eastfound Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Location: LOT 3972, Mukim Jeram Batu, 81500 Pekan Nanas, Pontian, Johor
Department: Legal Department
Reports to: CEO
Employment Type: Full-time

About Eastfound Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Founded in 1999, Eastfound Group has become a leading high-tech enterprise specializing in the research, development, production, and sales of logistics and storage solutions. Our extensive product range includes Wire Decking, Pallet Racking Accessories, Intermediate Bulk Containers, Wire Containers, Roll Cages, Conveyor Rollers, Modular Conveyor Units, and Fixed Photovoltaic Mounting Structures.
These solutions are crucial to industries such as supermarkets, logistics, and agriculture. With 90% of our output exported to regions like North America, Europe, and Japan, we prioritize quality, sustainability, and compliance with international standards such as ISO9001 and EU ROHS.

Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified legal professional to join our team. The role is responsible for providing comprehensive legal and compliance support across the business, with a focus on contracts management, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate will ensure the company’s operations align with legal requirements and internal policies while supporting day-to-day legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

Contracts and Document Management

Draft, review, and revise a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents.

Oversee contract execution to ensure compliance with company policies and legal standards.

Develop, maintain, and update key company documents, including corporate policies, standard contracts, and employee handbooks, and ensure their proper custody and version control.

Legal Advisory and Compliance Support

Provide timely legal advice and support for daily business operations, including areas such as employment, intellectual property, and commercial law.

Monitor changes in laws and regulations, assess business impact, and recommend practical solutions.

Assist in developing and enhancing the company’s compliance framework and processes.

Corporate Governance and Record-Keeping

Assist in the preparation and maintenance of company records, registers, and statutory filings in compliance with SSM and other regulatory requirements.

Manage the company seal, including its safekeeping, usage records, and administration in line with policies.

Maintain a centralized database of legal and corporate documents (e.g., contracts, licenses, trademarks) and track renewals and deadlines.

Liaise with external company secretaries, auditors, regulators, and other authorities on corporate and legal matters.

Risk Management, Dispute Resolution, and Training

Identify and assess legal risks in business activities and propose preventive measures.

Assist in managing legal disputes, litigation, or arbitration, and coordinate with external law firms as needed.

Support legal training initiatives to enhance employees’ awareness of compliance and legal policies.

Requirements

Educational Background:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law; Passing the Bar exam is a PLUS.

Work Experience:

At least 3 years of relevant experience in legal or law firm roles; Corporate legal experience is preferred.

Professional Skills:

Familiarity with corporate law, contract law, labor law, and other relevant legal areas.

Strong ability to draft and review contracts with excellent legal analysis and logical thinking skills.

Proficiency in risk identification and management.

Other Qualities:

Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

High sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently under pressure.