Legal Executive

Tadau Energy; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy firm in Petaling Jaya is looking for a Legal Counsel to provide legal advice, manage documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role includes drafting contracts, assisting with corporate secretarial matters, and liaising with external legal counsel. The ideal candidate should have experience in corporate legal services and a strong understanding of compliance regulations. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple legal projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing legal advice for corporate settings.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
• Ability to draft and review commercial contracts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to various business units.
• Draft, review, negotiate legal documents to safeguard interests.
• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with laws.
• Assist in corporate secretarial matters and manage records.
• Liaise with external counsel for various legal matters.

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support to various business units within the Group and its subsidiaries.
• Advise management on legal, regulatory and compliance matters affecting the Group’s operations.

2. Contracts and Documentation

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on commercial contracts, agreements, correspondence and other legal documents to safeguard the interests of the Group.
• Review and analyse commercial transactions to identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks.
• Ensure all legal documents are properly vetted, approved and executed in accordance with internal policies.

3. Regulatory Compliance and Governance

• Conduct legal research and stay abreast of applicable laws, regulations and regulatory developments.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, corporate governance standards and internal policies.
• Anticipate regulatory changes and advise management on their impact on the Group’s business.

4. Corporate Secretarial Matters

• Assist in corporate secretarial matters, including preparation of Directors’ Circular Resolutions, board papers and corporate records.
• Support compliance with Companies Act requirements and liaise with company secretaries where necessary.

5. Licensing, Permits, and Approvals

• Handle, coordinate and assist in applications, renewals and compliance relating to permits, licences and other regulatory or project-related requirements.
• Liaise with relevant authorities and internal stakeholders to ensure timely approvals.

6. External Counsel and Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with and manage external lawyers, consultants and advisors on legal, corporate and project-related matters.

7. Documentation and Record Management

• Ensure proper filing, maintenance and management of legal documents, contracts and records.

8. Business and Operational Support

• Familiarise with all services, projects and business activities of the Group to provide effective legal support.
• Provide legal input for new projects, initiatives and business expansions when required.

9. General and Ad‑hoc Duties

• Undertake ad‑hoc legal and administrative tasks as assigned by the Chief Corporate Officer and/or superior.
• Support the Legal Manager in day‑to‑day legal operations and departmental initiatives.