Senior Executive/Executive, Legal

Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Berhad; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aluminium company in Malaysia is seeking a Legal Executive to manage legal documentation and compliance. This role involves preparation and review of legal documents, conducting regulatory research, and collaborating with teams to mitigate legal risks. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Law, at least two years of experience, and fluency in English and Mandarin. The company values detail-oriented individuals with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years of working experience in a legal role.
• Able to manage sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Resilient under pressure with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review legal documents to ensure compliance.
• Conduct legal research to support the legal team.
• Develop internal policies to align with legal requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential legal risks.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate legal considerations in operations.
• Maintain a legal contract database and oversee compliance.
• Handle administrative tasks related to legal documentation.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Critical thinking

Detail-oriented

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

• Document Drafting and Review: Prepare and review contracts, agreements and other legal documents to protect the company’s interests and ensure legal compliance.
• Research and Compliance Support: Conduct basic legal and regulatory research to support the legal team. Assist in monitoring changes in laws and regulations relevant to the company’s operations.
• Compliance Management: Review and develop internal policies, procedures and guidelines to align with current legal requirements and mitigate potential legal risks.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate potential legal risks, developing strategies to protect the company’s interests and minimise liabilities.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external teams to support business initiatives and ensure legal considerations are integrated into all aspects of operations.
• Effective Communication: Clearly explain complex legal information in a concise manner, facilitating understanding across all levels of the organisation.
• Legal Administrative Support: Maintain and update the legal contract database and compliance register. Monitor contract deadlines, renewals and obligations, ensuring timely follow-up. Handle administrative tasks such as document execution and stamping. Assist with the preparation of legal reports, presentations and meeting materials.
• Other Duties: Perform any other duties or ad-hoc assignments as instructed by the Legal Manager or management.

Requirements

• Possess at least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Law.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Have at least two (2) years of working experience.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin, including written skills, is a strong advantage.
• Detail-oriented, resilient under pressure and a collaborative team player with excellent critical-thinking abilities. Able to deal with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• How would you rate your English language skills?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Legal Executive?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?

Company Overview

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 101-1,000 employees

PRESS METAL BERHAD is a Malaysian-based aluminium Company with extensive global presence. From our modest beginning as a private-owned local aluminium extrusion Company in 1986, PRESS METAL BERHAD has come a long way to becoming a globally integrated aluminium player today, with 440,000 tonnes smelting capacity and 190,000 tonnes extrusion capacity per annum.

Our activities have grown into a Global Network covering countries like Australia, UK, China, Hong Kong, Singapore and US.

Activities of subsidiaries includes:

• Trading
• Contracting
• Fabricating and installation of aluminium and stainless steel products
• Curtain wall cladding system
• Project and property development
• Operation of waste recycling projects and environmental engineering

PRESS METAL BERHAD is a Malaysian-based aluminium Company with extensive global presence. From our modest beginning as a private-owned local aluminium extrusion Company in 1986, PRESS METAL BERHAD has come a long way to becoming a globally integrated aluminium player today, with 440,000 tonnes smelting capacity and 190,000 tonnes extrusion capacity per annum.

Our activities have grown into a Global Network covering countries like Australia, UK, China, Hong Kong, Singapore and US.

Activities of subsidiaries includes:

• Trading
• Contracting
• Fabricating and installation of aluminium and stainless steel products
• Curtain wall cladding system
• Project and property development
• Operation of waste recycling projects and environmental engineering