Legal Manager

eLawyer Recruitment; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government-linked private equity firm is seeking a Legal Manager. You will support the Chief Legal Counsel, manage contracts, and provide legal advice on corporate matters and investment opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong law degree and extensive experience in corporate law and transactions.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of in-house legal experience or at a reputable law firm.
• Strong skills in corporate transactions and private credit.
• Knowledge of corporate law and regulated investment funds is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Legal Counsel in legal matters and contract development.
• Advise on corporate governance, compliance and legal issues.
• Manage legal aspects of investment and private credit transactions.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Advisory skills

Communication

Education

Second-class upper degree in Law

Job description

Our client is a distinguished government-linked private equity investment firm.

Job Title: Legal Manager

In House

Specializations: Banking & Finance, Corporate / M&A / Commercial, Equity Capital Market

Employment Type: Full Time/Permanent

Location: [Location not specified]

Working Experience: 3 - 7 Year(s)

Professional Qualification: [Not specified]

Expiry Date: 17/08/2025

Responsibilities

Summary
Support the Chief Legal Counsel in areas such as contract development, legal matter administration, and corporate matters.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• General Corporate: Advise management on legal issues related to strategy, governance, compliance, employment law, intellectual property, and other matters. Draft, vet, and negotiate contracts. Manage relationships with outside counsel.
• Investment: Provide legal advice on investment opportunities, coordinate legal due diligence, advise on structuring investments, and handle legal aspects of exits.
• Private Credit: Advise on legal and structural aspects of private credit transactions, conduct legal due diligence, draft and review credit and security documents, and monitor regulatory changes.
• Company Secretarial: Schedule & convene BOD & Committee Meetings, prepare papers, and minutes.
• Policies & Procedures: Develop and ensure compliance with policies related to governance and legal issues. Liaise with departments and external parties. Assist with company secretarial duties.

Requirements

• Second-class upper degree in Law from a top-tier university.
• 5-7 years of relevant in-house legal experience or in a reputable law firm handling corporate clients.
• Experience in corporate transactions, M&A, and private credit transactions.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to liaise with external lawyers.
• Knowledge of corporate law and regulated investment funds is advantageous.

This position is only open to Malaysian citizens.