Senior In-House Counsel, Renewable Energy Projects

ECADIN; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

ECADIN in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced in-house counsel to support a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. You will provide practical legal advice to senior management and work across Project, Corporate Finance, HR and Operations teams.

You will structure and negotiate major agreements, advise on regulatory matters, and help steer business strategy while ensuring timely compliance with energy regulators and governance standards.

Qualifications

• LLB and Malaysian Bar qualification.
• 5–7 years of legal experience in project development, construction, energy or renewables.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and regulatory knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and provide practical business-oriented solutions.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to legal partner for a growing portfolio of clean energy projects, from structuring to operations.
• Shape and negotiate key agreements with partners, investors, contractors and landowners.
• Advise senior leadership on legal and regulatory matters, and guide business strategy.
• Work with regulators and agencies to ensure compliance and progress.
• Strengthen corporate governance from board matters to statutory requirements.
• Support fundraising and corporate transactions, including due diligence.
• Manage risks and disputes with a practical, commercial mindset, engaging external counsel as needed.
• Collaborate with Project, Finance, HR and Operations teams to influence business growth.

Skills

Legal drafting

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Project development

Corporate governance

Education

LLB from a recognised institution

Called to the Malaysian Bar

Job description

ECADIN in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced in-house counsel to support a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. You will provide practical legal advice to senior management and work across Project, Corporate Finance, HR and Operations teams.

You will structure and negotiate major agreements, advise on regulatory matters, and help steer business strategy while ensuring timely compliance with energy regulators and governance standards.