LEGAL EXECUTIVE ( SALES DEPARTMENT)

TEE IP SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Intellectual Property firm based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Legal Executive within the Sales Department. The role requires generating new sales, advising clients on IP matters, and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing clients. Ideal candidates have at least one year of experience in sales and marketing, relevant educational qualifications, and excellent communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and preferably Mandarin. This firm is recognized for its professional team and commitment to client service.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of working experience in sales and marketing.
• Candidate must possess a diploma or equivalent in relevant fields.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on various IP matters, e.g., trademarks and patents.
• Maintain business relationships with existing and new clients.
• Ensure timely processing of assignments and client communications.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Excellent writing skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving skills

Active listening

Flexibility and adaptability

Organization

Computer skills in MS Office

Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Mandarin

Education

Diploma or equivalent certification in Law/Finance/Accounting/Banking/Business Studies/Administration/Management/Marketing

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

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As a Legal Executive (Sales Department), you are responsible to generate new sales, deliver advice and maintaining relationships with new and/or existing clients. An in-depth understanding of IP protection and framework is expected from you in Malaysia and other jurisdictions.

Job Responsibilities:

• To advise clients on various IP matters relevant to their nature of business, e.g., trademarks, patent, industrial design, copyright etc.
• To advise on legal matters (office actions, oppositions, objections, hearings etc.) pertaining to the registration of Intellectual Property.
• To be consistent in follow-ups with clients and have a strong sense of urgency in responding to clients’ enquiries.
• To be responsible in maintaining business relationships with existing and/or new clients.
• To ensure all assignments/tasks are processed and handled in a timely and efficient manner.
• To be an efficient coordinator of all cases being assigned to, and to monitor file statuses to meet deadlines and ensure smooth communication of statuses with clients.
• To assist in business development including organizing/attending seminars and producing articles.
• To assist in business planning, strategize sales and marketing plan when required.
• Personal and Department KPI will be given whereby you are expected to achieve both.
• To report to the Head of Department & Management team.
• To assist the CEO and other Head of Departments in client-handling matters.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in a customer-facing role preferred.
• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma or other equivalent certification in Law/ Finance/ Accounting/ Banking/ Business Studies/ Administration/ Management or Marketing. All qualifications will be considered.
• At least 1 year of working experience in sales and marketing.
• Possess own transportation and willing to travel, outstation traveling will be required on an ad-hoc basis.
• Excellent writing, phone handling, interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Active listening skills and ability to tailor approach based on client needs.
• Ability to work through customer conflict and provide resolution using guidelines and judgement (no scripting).
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable based on customers’ and business needs.
• Well organized and strong attentiveness to detail.
• Ability to establish priorities, manage work independently, and meet deadline.
• Possess good computer skills in MS Office, especially Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia and English, both spoken and written is required.
• We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.

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• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Legal Executive?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Legal Adviser?
• How many years of industrial design experience do you have?
• Do you possess or have access to your own transportation?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?
• How would you rate your English language skills?

We are a Fast Growing Malaysian Specialist Intellectual Property Firm. We work to help clients in securing their Trade Marks, Patent, Industrial Design, Copyright and Geographical Indications in Malaysia and over 120 countries. Our team are professional, young, energetic, ambitious and creative individuals.

We have built a half decade of trust with more than 4000 brand owners, we are inviting right candidates to join our journey in becoming Malaysia's World Class IP Firm.

Tee IP is an award-winning IP firm, having won the Malaysia Star Outstanding Business Award and the SME Platinum Business Award.

Big or Small ideas, we protect them all!

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