Senior Legal Counsel (Kuala Lumpur)

UEM Edgenta Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Malaysian company seeks a legal expert to manage litigation, provide advice on disputes, and draft commercial agreements. The ideal candidate will possess an LLB and have 7–10 years of experience in legal practice, focusing on litigation and commercial matters. Strong negotiation and leadership skills are essential. This role is located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of post-qualification legal experience required.
• Experience in both litigation/dispute resolution and commercial matters preferred.
• Prior in-house or contract review experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of litigation and claims.
• Advise business units on contentious issues.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.

Skills

Strong knowledge of legal principles

Excellent analytical skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

Responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead the management of litigation, arbitration, and claims, working closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders.
• Handle legal disputes arising from contract breaches, variations, terminations, and operational matters.
• Advise business units on contentious issues to minimize legal and commercial risk.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements (e.g., NDAs, contracts, MOUs).
• Provide legal support throughout the contract lifecycle; from tender stage to post-award dispute resolution.
• Support governance processes including management paper reviews, legal reports, and senior-level submissions.
• Partner with internal teams as a legal advisor in negotiations and strategic discussions.
• Improve legal processes by developing templates, checklists, and contract review tools.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues to provide practical legal advice aligned with company objectives.
• Undertake any other legal assignments as directed by the Head of Legal, including cross-border matters.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) with admission to a common law jurisdiction preferred.
• 7–10 years of post-qualification legal experience, ideally with exposure to both litigation/dispute resolution and commercial matters.
• Prior in-house or contract review experience is an added advantage; willingness to handle contract-related tasks is essential.
• Strong knowledge of legal principles, procedures, and excellent analytical skills.
• Proven ability to provide effective, high-quality legal advice to business leaders.
• Experience in negotiating complex, high-value contracts and agreements.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; able to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptable, result-driven, and able to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.