Legal Manager

HUATAI POWER SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Legal Manager to lead legal matters for Large Scale Solar projects. Responsibilities include managing land acquisition, drafting project contracts, and liaising with regulatory bodies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), at least 5 years of relevant experience, and be proficient in English, Chinese, and Bahasa Malaysia. Willingness to travel to rural project sites is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Experience in Real Estate/Conveyancing or Construction/Infrastructure projects.
• Preferred experience in the Renewable Energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all legal matters for renewable energy projects.
• Conduct land due diligence to verify titles and identify encumbrances.
• Draft and negotiate project contracts including PPAs and EPCC contracts.

Skills

Knowledge of National Land Code 1965

Negotiation skills

Bilingual proficiency in English, Chinese, and Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognized university

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Legal Manager (Renewable Energy Projects & Land Liaison)

Department: Legal & Corporate Affairs

Reports To: Head of Business Development/Head of Operation / Board of Directors

Location: Main Office (HQ); Possess Vehicle and Willing to Travel

Role Summary: To lead and manage all legal, regulatory, and land-related matters for Large Scale Solar Photovoltaic (LSSPV) projects. The primary objective is to secure project viability by managing land acquisition/leasing processes, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements (PPA, EPCC, JV), and acting as the primary liaison with Malaysian regulatory bodies and state authorities.

Responsibilities

• Land Acquisition, Leasing & Management
• Land Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on potential project sites to verify land titles, zoning (syarat nyata tanah), and identify any encumbrances, caveats, or squatters.
• Lease & Purchase Structuring: Draft, review, and negotiate Land Lease Agreements (Perjanjian Pajakan Tanah) or Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPA) that comply with the National Land Code 1965.
• Conversion & Subdivision: Liaise with the Land Office (Pejabat Tanah & Galian) for land conversion applications (e.g., from Agriculture to Industrial) and subdivision if required for the solar plant.
• Right of Way (ROW): Manage legal negotiations with Project Manager for Right of Way / Wayleave agreements to ensure transmission lines can pass through private or state land to the nearest PMI/PMU (Main Intake Substation).

• Commercial & Project Legal Documentation
• Project Contracts: Draft, review, and negotiate high-value project documents including:
• PPA with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) or Corporate PPA partners.
• EPCC Contracts (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning).
• O&M Agreements (Operation & Maintenance).
• Partnerships: Draft and finalise Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), and Joint Venture (JV) Agreements with local partners, technology providers, and landowners.
• Financing Support: Review loan facility agreements and security documents to satisfy financier requirements (e.g., assigning land rights or PPA proceeds).
• Authority Liaison: Act as the focal point of contact for compliance; SEDA (Sustainable Energy Development Authority) for RE-related certifications; TNB (Tenaga Nasional Berhad) for technical connection agreements and commercial approvals; and other relevant authorities (as applicable).
• Environmental Compliance: Review legal aspects of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and liaise with the Department of Environment (DOE) to ensure full compliance.

Qualifications

• Education & Qualifications
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognized university.
• Admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya (Practising Certificate is an added advantage).

• Experience
• Minimum 5-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Mandatory: Proven experience in Real Estate/Conveyancing (dealing with land codes, leases, and land offices) OR Construction/Infrastructure projects.
• Preferred: Prior experience in the Renewable Energy sector (Solar/LSS), Independent Power Producers (IPP), or working with property developers.

• Technical Knowledge
• In-depth knowledge of the National Land Code 1965 and Electricity Supply Act 1990.
• Familiarity with standard forms of construction contracts (e.g., PAM, FIDIC) is a plus.
• Understanding of the LSS (Large Scale Solar) bidding framework in Malaysia.

• Bilingual Proficiency: Excellent command of English (for contracts), Chinese (for interconnection) and Bahasa Malaysia (for liaison with Government/Pejabat Tanah).
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate terms with landowners (who may be rural individuals).
• Mobility: Willingness to travel to site locations (often in rural areas) to meet landowners and local council officers.