Senior General Counsel

Medium; Remote; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare firm in Malaysia seeks a General Counsel to manage legal matters and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will have a J.D. and over 8 years of experience in healthcare or technology law, focusing on risk management and contract negotiations. This role will involve shaping legal strategies that align with the business objectives while collaborating closely with leadership. The position offers flexible work hours and a collaborative company culture, along with competitive salary and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Collaborative culture

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness benefits

Performance-related bonuses

Qualifications

• 8+ years of legal experience in healthcare or technology sectors required.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and corporate law.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and data privacy regulations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement legal strategies supporting business goals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts including NDAs.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks to protect company assets.

Skills

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Commercial law

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a General Counsel. This role will impact the trajectory of the organization significantly by ensuring that all legal matters are addressed efficiently while supporting its innovative digital healthcare solutions. The ideal candidate will take charge of risk management, contract negotiations, and overseeing compliance. Given the dynamic environment of the healthcare industry, this position requires a proactive legal expert who can navigate complex frameworks and provide strategic insights. By closely collaborating with leadership, this role will shape legal strategies to align with business objectives, ultimately contributing to healthier outcomes for patients.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement legal strategies that support business goals and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including NDAs and vendor agreements.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks to protect the company’s assets.
• Partner with outside regulatory counsel on compliance issues including HIPAA.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on corporate governance and best practices.
• Oversee intellectual property matters and trademark management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to provide legal guidance.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and current bar membership.
• 8+ years of legal experience in healthcare or technology sectors.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and corporate law.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and data privacy regulations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and function as a strategic advisor.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours with the opportunity to work from anywhere.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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