Strategic Legal Manager: Contracts, Compliance & Risk

Hong Leong Assurance Berhad; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Legal Manager to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will provide legal advice, draft contracts, and support corporate regulatory submissions. This role requires 5 to 10 years of legal experience, preferably in insurance. The Legal Manager will work collaboratively across departments and utilize technology to enhance legal functions. Strong legal drafting skills and a proactive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of legal experience, preferably in financial services or insurance.
• Demonstrates initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Drives change through strategic and innovative thinking.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and practical legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents.
• Identify legal risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with external counsel and monitor performance.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Proactive attitude

Team collaboration

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Comfortable with legal tech tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB)

Qualified advocate & solicitor in Malaysia

Job description

A leading financial services provider in Petaling Jaya is seeking a Legal Manager to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will provide legal advice, draft contracts, and support corporate regulatory submissions. This role requires 5 to 10 years of legal experience, preferably in insurance. The Legal Manager will work collaboratively across departments and utilize technology to enhance legal functions. Strong legal drafting skills and a proactive attitude are essential.