Legal Manager - Banking and Finance/Insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Provide timely, practical legal advice and support to internal stakeholders across the business.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements and legal documents, including matters relating to insurance, property, finance, and employment.
• Identify legal and regulatory risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Support corporate transactions, regulatory submissions, and other corporate legal matters.
• Liaise with and manage external counsel to ensure effective and cost-efficient legal support.
• Develop and maintain legal policies, templates, and procedures to support business operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal governance requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and business units to support strategic initiatives and day-to-day legal matters.
• Leverage technology and legal tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of legal and compliance functions.
• Provide support to the Head of Legal on a broad range of legal and departmental matters as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and qualified Advocate & Solicitor in Malaysia.
• at least 4 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably gained within the financial services or insurance sectors.
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Sound legal judgment with the ability to identify risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using legal technology tools.
• Demonstrates initiative, continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to drive change through strategic and innovative thinking.