Senior Legal Associate (In-House)

T7 Global Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Oil & Gas is seeking a legal professional to handle contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and dispute management. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience, an LL.B (Hons), and strong skills in legal drafting and advisory. Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia is essential, with Mandarin as an added advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in Oil & Gas and/or Construction.
• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for various projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Provide strategic advice on dispute avoidance and resolution.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal drafting

Project advisory

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Education

LL.B (Hons)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Contract & Commercial Support

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for Oil & Gas and Construction projects, including EPC, EPCC, PMC, drilling, fabrication, supply, consultancy, subcontracting, and JV agreements.

  • Provide legal input during bidding, tendering, and project execution phases to protect the company’s interests.

  • Support project teams with contract interpretation, claims preparation, and variation order negotiations.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • Petroleum Development Act, Occupational Safety & Health (OSHA), Environmental Quality Act, CIDB Act, and the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act.

Dispute Management & Litigation

• Provide strategic advice on dispute avoidance and resolution, including contract claims, project disputes, and regulatory actions.

• Manage and coordinate with external counsel on litigation, adjudication, arbitration, or other legal proceedings.

• Assist in drafting legal notices, letters of demand, and settlement agreements.

Corporate Advisory & Governance

• Support the company secretarial team on corporate governance, board matters, and statutory compliance.

• Review and advise on shareholder agreements, corporate resolutions, M&A transactions, and group restructuring.

• Maintain a legal risk register and update internal stakeholders on legal developments and potential exposure areas.

Requirements

• LL.B (Hons) from a recognized university and admitted to the Malaysian Bar (or equivalent qualification).

• Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience, preferably a mix of law firm and in-house experience in Oil & Gas and/or Construction.

• Strong experience in contract negotiation, legal drafting, and project advisory across both industries.

• Good understanding of project delivery methods (e.g., EPCC, design & build, turnkey) and commercial risk allocation.

• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken. Proficiency in Mandarin will be an added advantage, especially for dealing with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders or reviewing bilingual contracts.

• High attention to detail, commercial awareness, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with FIDIC, PAM, and standard Oil & Gas contract templates.

• Experience in international contract negotiation and cross-border legal issues.

• Strong stakeholder management and ability to engage with project teams, finance, procurement, and top management.