Senior Executive Vice President, Legal and Corporate Secretarial and Corporate Governance

ExecThread; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Executive Vice President for Legal, Co-Secretarial, and Corporate Governance in Kuala Lumpur. This pivotal role demands oversight of compliance with legal requirements and governance policies, alongside drafting legal documents and managing budgets. Ideal candidates will have a robust legal background and qualifications such as LLB and ICSA, and a preference for those called to the Malaysian Bar. Join a dynamic, inclusive team focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in areas like labor law and corporate governance.
• Applicants should have a background as a Legal Counsel and/or Company Secretary.
• Preference for those specifically called to the Malaysian Bar.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local legal license requirements.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Provide comprehensive legal support to the executive team.
• Manage the company's legal budget.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong negotiation abilities

Background in labor law

Experience in corporate finance

Education

LLB degree

ICSA qualifications

Job description

Senior Executive Vice President, Legal and Corporate Secretarial and Corporate Governance

The Company is in search of a Senior Executive Vice President/ Vice President for a pivotal role in Legal, Co-Secretarial, and Corporate Governance. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the company's compliance with local legal license requirements, internal controls, statutory regulations, and governance policies. This includes regular monitoring and providing comprehensive legal support to the executive team.

The role involves a range of tasks such as drafting and reviewing legal documents, collaborating on legal strategies, and managing the company's legal budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both legal and corporate secretarial matters, with a proven track record in areas such as labor law, partnerships, international ventures, and corporate finance. Applicants for this position should have a background as a Legal Counsel and/or Company Secretary, with a preference for those who are called to the Malaysian Bar and/or hold both LLB and ICSA qualifications.

The role requires excellent drafting skills, strong negotiation abilities, and a commitment to staying updated on changes in relevant areas of law. The company is a leading consulting firm that values collaboration, commitment, and empathy, and is known for its inclusive work environment. Professional growth and development are encouraged, and the company is dedicated to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and compliance.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic and fast-expanding team, we encourage you to apply.