Senior Banking Legal Manager – Malaysia

Hong Leong Bank; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Leong Bank in Malaysia seeks a senior legal professional with extensive PQE in banking and finance. You will provide proactive legal advice, draft/negotiate a broad range of banking and commercial documents, and mitigate risks across the Bank and group.

You will oversee litigation matters, ensure governance compliance, and mentor junior managers. The role requires strong English communication, financial acumen, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all

Qualifications

• 8+ years of post-qualification experience in general practice or in-house banking/finance.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian banking and finance law.
• Experience with Islamic banking/finance and/or Islamic deal documentation is an added advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, in-depth, business-focused legal advice to minimize legal risks.
• Review, draft and negotiate banking and other commercial/transactional documents.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate legal risks for initiatives and new products.
• Assist the Head, Legal Department to improve delivery of the legal function.
• Manage or monitor litigation and disputes involving the Bank.
• Ensure compliance with legal/governance requirements in product design.
• Mentor junior Legal Managers and participate in working groups as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Education

8+ years PQE

Banking/finance law knowledge

In-house banking experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hong Leong Bank in Malaysia seeks a senior legal professional with extensive PQE in banking and finance. You will provide proactive legal advice, draft/negotiate a broad range of banking and commercial documents, and mitigate risks across the Bank and group.

You will oversee litigation matters, ensure governance compliance, and mentor junior managers. The role requires strong English communication, financial acumen, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all