Paralegal

Sigma Water Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd; Puchong; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focusing on cleantech water projects is seeking a Paralegal to join their Group Legal and Compliance Team. The role involves providing comprehensive legal support, managing compliance efforts, and handling commercial contracts in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. With a Bachelor's degree in Law and 3-5 years of experience, candidates should be proficient in Bahasa Malaysia and English, and ideally have familiarity with SAP. This position provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment devoted to solving global water challenges.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant working experience required.
• Proficient in Bahasa Malaysia and English for contract review.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support as a business partner to various departments.
• Implement and monitor corporate compliance measures.
• Manage litigation/disputes as needed.

Skills

Bahasa Malaysia

English

Legal Compliance

Contract Management

Litigation Management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Law

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Gradiant is a global solutions provider and developer of cleantech water projects.

At Gradiant, we specialize in developing and implementing advanced water treatment technologies that address some of the most pressing global water challenges.

We have the broadest range of differentiated end-to-end solutions and know-how to solve the world’s most important water challenges, with focused expertise in water reuse, resource recovery, waste minimization, & digital solutions. We design, build, and operate water treatment facilities for the world’s most important industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, and renewable energy. Our Malaysia subsidiary, Sigma Water Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd (SWEM) is based in Puchong, Selangor and has a dynamic team of 160+ employees. SWEM is an industrial water and wastewater treatment company with long success in delivering water treatment solutions in Southeast Asia across multiple applications and segments.

Role Overview

The Paralegal will be an integral member of the Gradiant Group Legal and Compliance Team (“Group Legal Team”) and will be expected to contribute to Group Legal Team’s provision of global legal support to the Gradiant Group of Companies (the “Group”) in all aspects of the Group’s operations, financial transactions, and investor relations. The current role of the Paralegal is to provide legal support primarily in Malaysia, but also across Southeast Asia. The Paralegal will also expected to support with compliance efforts, and to work with external parties to ensure Gradiant is in compliance with all certification and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities:

Provide legal support as a business partner to various departments.

Implement and monitor corporate compliance measures (licenses, 3rd party risk, etc.).

General commercial transactions (e.g. sales contracts, service agreements)

Project and procurement contracts

Subsidiary governance

Lease/property matters

Disputes and litigation

Employment and safety

Manage litigation/disputes as needed.

Assist with legal admin tasks.

Issue Purchase Requisitions in SAP, coordinate invoice/payment follow-ups with external counsel/third-party providers.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized institution

3–5 years of relevant working experience

Proficient in Bahasa Malaysia and English (for contract review and communication)

Proficiency in Chinese dialects is an added advantage, but not mandatory

Experience with SAP is an advantage, but not mandatory

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Willingness to travel occasionally

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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