Senior Associate, Legal (Kuala Lumpur)

UEM Edgenta Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a qualified legal professional to manage litigation files and provide high-quality legal advice. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience, an LLB degree, and strong negotiation and leadership skills. This role includes liaising with business units and maintaining legal documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of legal experience in private practice or in-house.
• Proven track record in legal advice and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of law and legal procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files and coordinate responses.
• Liaise with business units and external counsel.
• Maintain litigation status reports and internal memos.

Skills

Legal analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership ability

Education

LLB degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing litigation files, including documentation, coordinating internal responses, and tracking case deadlines.
• Act as a liaison between business units and external counsel to ensure effective communication and case progress.
• Maintain and update litigation status reports, ensuring timely communication with management and stakeholders.
• Review pleadings, letters of demand, affidavits, and other documents prepared by external counsel, coordinating verification with relevant business units.
• Support the review of standard commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with company guidelines and escalating issues where necessary.
• Maintain proper records and organize legal files for litigation, recovery, and contractual matters in line with departmental protocols.
• Prepare internal memos, legal templates, contract registers, and reports for internal stakeholders.
• Provide administrative and coordination support for legal operations and compliance matters.
• Assist in ad hoc legal assignments, including contract review and corporate support, as directed by senior legal leadership.
• Contribute to continuous process improvements in legal documentation, tracking, and reporting to enhance departmental efficiency.

Requirements

• LLB degree holder; admission to a common law jurisdiction is preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of legal experience, either in private practice or in-house, with an advantage for candidates experienced in debt recovery and dispute resolution.
• Strong knowledge of law and legal procedures with proven legal analytical skills.
• High interpersonal skills; adaptable, flexible, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while being both results-driven and service-oriented.
• Proven track record in providing effective, high-quality legal advice and successfully negotiating complex, high-value contracts and agreements.
• Strong leadership ability to influence cross-functional teams, set departmental priorities, and align legal strategy with overall business objectives.