Senior Legal Counsel

DayOne; Johor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in data infrastructure is seeking a legal advisor in Johor, Malaysia, to provide expert legal counsel and negotiate complex agreements. The ideal candidate will hold an LLB degree, be qualified to practice in Malaysia, and have over 8 years of experience in top-tier law firms. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to major international transactions and shape the future of the company. Join an innovative team focused on excellence and growth in the high-performance data center industry.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• An LLB degree from a reputable university.
• Qualified to practice law in Singapore / Malaysia, other common law experience is a plus.
• At least 8 years at a major international law firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on various legal matters.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Lead contract negotiations with major service providers.

Skills

Legal advisory expertise

Contract negotiation

Strong drafting skills

Cross-border transaction experience

Communication skills

Education

LLB degree or above

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Responsibilities

• To provide legal advice on various legal matters (such as securities laws, privacy laws, intellectual property laws and other laws and regulations) relevant to the daily operations of the business
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements including data center services agreements, colocation contracts, power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, and SLAs with enterprise clients and hyperscale operators
• Lead contract negotiations with major telecommunications carriers, cloud service providers, and infrastructure vendors
• Conduct and manage comprehensive legal due diligence for M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic investments, with particular expertise in data center assets, real estate holdings, and telecommunications infrastructure
• Structure and negotiate share purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, asset acquisitions, and strategic partnership arrangements
• Coordinate cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional regulatory approvals
• Lead real estate legal matters including site acquisitions, ground leases, build-to-suit agreements, and property development contracts for mission-critical infrastructure
• Navigate zoning, permitting, environmental compliance, and land use matters for data center developments
• Lead negotiations with internal stakeholders (C-suite, board, business units) and external parties (investors, partners, regulators, customers)
• Manage relationships with external counsel across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring cost-effective and strategic legal support

Requirements

• An LLB degree or above from a reputable university in a common law jurisdiction
• Qualified to practice law in Singapore / Malaysia. Qualifications or experience practicing in other common law jurisdictions is a strong plus
• At least 8 years of experience in a major international/Singapore top tier law firm
• Demonstrated expertise in data center, telecommunications, or technology infrastructure sectors strongly preferred
• Native English speaker with strong command of MS Office software applications (e.g., Word, Excel and Powerpoint)
• Excellent English drafting skills and strong negotiation skills

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.