Senior Legal and Compliance Manager

Jobstreet Malaysia; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Legal and Compliance Manager to oversee legal affairs and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. In this pivotal role, you will draft and negotiate contracts, provide legal counsel on various issues, and manage compliance programs across local and overseas operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal and compliance roles within the APAC/SEA regions, with proficiency in Mandarin to communicate effectively with clients. Join a dynamic team that values integrity, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in legal and compliance roles.
• Admission to the Malaysian bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents.
• Manage compliance policies and conduct regular audits.
• Advise on risk management strategies and liaise with regulatory bodies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Integrity

Proactive Mindset

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Job description

The Senior Legal and Compliance Manager will be overseeing and executing the Group’s legal affairs and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and internal policies. This role involves providing legal guidance, managing compliance programs, and mitigating risks associated with local and overseas business operations.

Responsibilities

1. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements and other legal documents.
2. Provide legal counsel on a variety of issues including contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, employment law and regulatory matters.
3. Manage disputes and liaise with external legal counsel as necessary.
4. Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to laws, regulations and industry standards.
5. Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments to identify risks and areas for improvement.
6. Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and update policies and procedures accordingly.
7. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of legal and compliance activities, including audits, investigations and training sessions.
8. Prepare and present reports on compliance status, legal issues, and risk management to senior management and the board of directors.
9. Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks associated with business operations.
10. Advise on risk management strategies and assist in the development of risk mitigation plans.
11. Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies and government agencies.
12. Ensure timely and accurate submission of required reports and documentation.
13. Any initiatives, projects, ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the management from time to time.

Requirements

1. Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Law from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the Malaysian bar.
3. Min 7 years of experience in legal and compliance roles within the APAC / SEA regions.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
5. Proficient in spoken and written Mandarin (We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients from regional offices.)
6. Flexibility to travel within the APAC / SEA regions.
7. Proven leadership in a managerial role in the current / previous organisations.

Skills

1. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
3. Proven ability to negotiate and draft complex legal documents.
4. High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
5. Flexibility to work beyond working hours subject to projects / business needs.
6. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
7. Possess the highest of integrity and strong ethical standards.
8. Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
9. Ability to work collaboratively across various departments and levels of the organization.