Legal Executive

Leader Energy Holding; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated legal professional to support its Legal Department. This role involves delivering comprehensive legal services and advice to various business units while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Join a forward-thinking company committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2030 and contribute to impactful projects in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in a top-tier law firm.
• Solid understanding of corporate and commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive legal advice across various business matters.
• Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and monitor changes in laws.

Skills

Legal Research

Contract Drafting

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)

Bar Qualification or Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP)

Job description

Role Summary:

This role supports the Legal Department in delivering a broad range of legal services and advice to various business units and stakeholders. The incumbent provides timely, cost-effective, and practical legal assistance to ensure the company's operations comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

1. Provide proactive, professional, and competent legal advice across various business and operational matters.
2. Review, draft, and assist in negotiating contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
3. Conduct legal research and analysis relevant to the business.
4. Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and legal developments impacting the business.
5. Liaise with external legal counsel on specific assignments or litigation.
6. Support compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and legal obligations.
7. Prepare legal documentation, reports, memos, and presentations.
8. Maintain legal files and records.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) with strong academic achievements.
• Bar qualification from a Commonwealth jurisdiction or completed Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP).
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in a top-tier law firm; in-house experience is an advantage.
• Solid understanding of corporate and commercial law.
• Strong command of English, both written and spoken; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Sound judgment, strategic thinking, and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Professional, ethical, and capable of maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

Additional Information:

Applicants will be asked about their right to work in Malaysia, expected salary, qualifications, language skills, willingness for background checks, notice period, and legal experience.

Leader Energy Group is an independent power producer with a 30-year history in power assets across seven countries, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2030.

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