LEGAL EXECUTIVE

TWL BUILDERS SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TWL BUILDERS SDN. BHD. is seeking an experienced Legal Advisor to support real estate conveyancing, advise on business operations, and draft and review commercial agreements. The role requires a strong knowledge of real estate law, HDA, and the Companies Act, with a track record in mitigating legal risks.

Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia and English is required; Mandarin proficiency is preferred for client interactions. 5+ years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a legal advisory role, with a proven track record in real estate.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Housing Development Act (HDA) and Companies Act.
• Ability to draft and vet agreements and write legal opinions.
• Proficient in Bahasa Malaysia, English and Mandarin; Mandarin proficiency preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle or assist in real estate conveyancing matters including SPAs for development projects and related security documents.
• Provide legal advice to ensure business operations stay within legal bounds.
• Draft, review, vet and negotiate commercial/legal agreements; analyze contracts for risk.
• Liaise with authorities and external solicitors; prepare defense for tribunal claims.
• Perform other duties as delegated by Management.

Skills

Legal advisory

Real estate law

Contract drafting

Risk analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Postgraduate Diploma in Law

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

To handle or assist in handling all matter relating to real estate conveyancing that the firm undertakes such as preparing SPA for development projects, security documentations for banking facilities/ loan as well as incidental matters until completion.

To provide legal advice/opinion in respect of the business operation to ensure maximum protection and to maintain business operation within the limits prescribed by law.

To draft, review, vet and negotiate on the commercial/legal issues for the related agreement and to analyze contract on legal/commercial risks and provide timely advice to mitigate any risks.

Conduct work with integrity and responsibility, maintaining high levels of confidentiality.

Liaise with external parties, including relevant authorities and external solicitors.

Preparation of defense in respect of tribunal claims.

Perform other duties as delegated by the Management.

Job Requirement

Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma or Professional Degree in Law, legal or equivalent from reputable educational institutions.

Minimum of 5 years experience in a legal advisory role, with a proven track record of effectively managing legal matters in business environment, specifically related to real estate.

Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, particularly those within the real estate industry, such as the Housing Development Act (HDA) and the Companies Act.

Ability in drafting/vetting agreements and write legal opinion.

Proficient in both spoken and written in Bahasa Malaysia, English and Mandarin. We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.

Possess goof interpersonal skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.