Senior Legal Executive & Compliance

Randstad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector in Kuala Lumpur seeks an experienced legal professional to draft and review various legal documents including contracts and compliance policies. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Law and a minimum of three years' experience as an Advocate & Solicitor. Candidates should have a solid understanding of corporate law and demonstrated skills in negotiation and compliance management. This is an opportunity to provide expert counsel to stakeholders and manage legal risks effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of PQE as an Advocate & Solicitor or in-house counsel experience.
• Experience in corporate law and commercial litigation required.
• Ability to draft and negotiate contracts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review a variety of legal documents for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with PDPA and regulatory bodies.
• Provide legal advice on corporate and data privacy matters.

Skills

Legal document drafting

Compliance management

Stakeholder engagement

Corporate law expertise

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB)

Job description

About the Company

Our client is from within the financial sector and is part of an MNC with presence spanning over 30 countries globally.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review a broad spectrum of legal documents, including commercial contracts, tenancy agreements, NDAs, and service agreements.
• Lead efforts in PDPA (Data Protection), anti‑corruption, and code of conduct compliance to ensure organizational integrity.
• Provide expert counsel to stakeholders on corporate, employment, and data privacy matters, including emerging business models such as SaaS, Cloud, and AI.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage legal risks and navigate regulatory enforcement with bodies such as Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN).
• Manage the contract repository, facilitate corporate due diligence, and serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external solicitors.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 3 years of post‑qualification experience (PQE) as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya or equivalent in-house counsel experience.
• Demonstrated experience across corporate law, commercial litigation, and transactional matters including contract drafting, negotiation, and dispute resolution.