Maritime Contracts & Compliance Counsel

Great Pyramid; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime and telecommunications is seeking a Legal Executive to provide legal advisory and manage contracts. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations affecting operations. Ideal candidates should possess strong knowledge of corporate law and at least 2 years of legal experience. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, advising on corporate governance, and liaising with legal counsel. If you have excellent negotiation skills and a familiarity with maritime or telco law, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of legal practice or in-house counsel experience.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian corporate, commercial, and employment law.
• Familiarity with marine/shipping or telco law will be a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with vendors, partners, and regulators.
• Ensure compliance with maritime law, port authority guidelines, customs regulations, and MCMC licensing rules.
• Advise on corporate governance matters for holdings and subsidiaries.
• Handle disputes, litigation processes, and liaise with external legal counsel.
• Maintain legal documentation, licenses, and statutory filings.
• Provide legal guidance on business expansion, mergers, or acquisitions.

Skills

Corporate law knowledge

Contract negotiation

Research skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent

Job description

A leading company in maritime and telecommunications is seeking a Legal Executive to provide legal advisory and manage contracts. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations affecting operations. Ideal candidates should possess strong knowledge of corporate law and at least 2 years of legal experience. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, advising on corporate governance, and liaising with legal counsel. If you have excellent negotiation skills and a familiarity with maritime or telco law, we encourage you to apply.