A well-established financial institution that provides a holistic range of financial services and banking facilities is currently seeking a high-calibre and experienced candidate for a Head, Group Legal and Secretarial job for its office based in Kuala Lumpur.

About the Head, Group Legal and Secretarial Role:
Reporting to the CEO, you will manage and/or responsible for various legal and secretarial matters of the bank as well as play a vital role in ensuring the continuous growth and success of the department and the bank.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rendering expert advice and guidance on various matters with accurate and up-to-date information which includes, but not limited to, contract negotiations, business transactions, intellectual property protection, employment law, regulatory compliance, etc.
• Proactively managing risks, ensuring compliance, facilitating transactions, protecting intellectual property, resolving disputes, and maintaining sound corporate governance
• Playing a crucial role in strategic planning by providing insights and guidance on legal and regulatory matters that impact the bank’s goals
• Streamlining contract processes, amongst others include drafting, negotiation, contract review, and enforcement with the goal of minimising legal disputes, ensuring favourable terms and conditions, and enhancing overall operational efficiency
• Assisting in identifying and mitigating various risks that bank faces which include assessing legal, regulatory, operational, and reputational risks as well as protecting bank’s IP assets
• Managing and/or handling litigation and dispute resolution processes by representing the bank’s interests in legal proceedings, negotiating settlements, and managing alternative dispute resolution methods
• Providing advice on compliance with environmental regulations, assisting in the development and implementation of sustainable business practices, and facilitating environmental due diligence in corporate transactions
• Providing training to enhance legal awareness and knowledge within the bank and ensuring that employees understand legal requirements, ethical standards, and compliance obligations, reducing the risk of non-compliance and legal disputes

To succeed in this Head, Group Legal and Secretarial role, you will need to have strong leadership and stakeholder’s management skills coupled with the following traits and qualification.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and/or degree in Corporate Administration/degree in other related discipline or equivalent with at least 15 years of related working experience particularly in a managerial position. Experience in banking and finance is an added advantage.
• Professional membership of the Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators/Malaysian Institute of Accountants/Malaysian Association of Company Secretaries/Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Licensed Secretary under Companies Act 2016
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical, and drafting skills
• Experience working closely with top management and board of directors will be viewed favourably
• Committed to work, driven, proactive, organised, resourceful, team player, resilient and at ease with abundance of details and complexity, yet mindful of big picture

This leading financial services institution needs no introduction and is recognised as a leader in its field of expertise. You will have the opportunity to work in an organisation with a stellar reputation in the market and a great clientele base. The culture is demanding, but if you are confident and have a can-do attitude, the potential rewards are significant.

If you are driven, determined and want to take the next step in your career, this Head, Group Legal and Secretarial job is an excellent opportunity for you to work with an industry leader with a successful track record.

Apply now or email me today at eujinn.teo@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C