Paralegal

PA Recruitment Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer goods company is seeking a motivated Paralegal to support the General Counsel and regional legal team in various corporate and legal matters. The role involves providing legal advice, conducting legal research, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and managing corporate secretarial duties. Ideal candidates are law graduates preparing for the CLP examination and possess strong communication skills in both English and Bahasa Malaysia. This opportunity offers a dynamic corporate environment for career development.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential for legal documentation.
• Organisational skills needed for managing legal files.
• Fluency in both English and Bahasa Malaysia required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on business operations and corporate matters.
• Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes.
• Draft and review agreements and legal documents.
• Manage document execution processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent organisational skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised Commonwealth university

Job description

Join a leading global consumer goods company known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in operations across Southeast Asia. This dynamic organisation offers a collaborative environment and exposure to a wide range of corporate and legal matters.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated Paralegal to provide legal, corporate secretarial, and advisory support to the General Counsel and the regional legal team. This role offers exposure to diverse corporate legal matters, including legal advisory, regulatory, corporate secretarial, and transactional work.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory & Support

Assist in providing legal advice on day-to-day business operations and corporate matters across departments such as sales, marketing, operations, supply chain, and procurement.

Conduct legal research and prepare briefing notes on relevant laws and regulations.

Draft and review agreements, letters, and other legal documents.

Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel on legal issues.

Corporate Secretarial Duties

Draft and review board resolutions and related governance documents.

Prepare briefing materials for directors and ensure timely distribution.

Coordinate collection of signatures and manage document execution processes.

Administrative Support

Organise and maintain legal files and transaction records.

Support scheduling and logistics for meetings.

Manage invoicing arrangements with external law firms, including tracking and processing purchase orders and invoices.

Assist with general administrative tasks as required.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised Commonwealth university.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills.

Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken).

Ideal for law graduates preparing for the CLP examination who want to gain practical experience in a dynamic corporate environment.