Associate

This Malaysian firm is expanding its team with the hire of a 3-5 PQE Associate to practice corporate law, specialising in M&A's, real estate, investments, and capital markets.

This role is for an Associate with appetite for M&A's, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, and general corporate and commercial transactions including real estate work.

This role offers the following exciting opportunities:

• Work together and learn from experienced practitioners
• Be part of growth and gain exposure to a wide variety of corporate matters
• Chance to work on matters of varying scales and complexity

What you'll do:

As an Associate, your role will be pivotal in supporting the firm's expansion.

The primary responsibilities are:

• Drafting, reviewing, vetting, and preparing a broad range of corporate, commercial and conveyancing contracts
• Rendering legal opinions/advice to clients by conducting extensive legal research and keeping abreast with all relevant legislations and regulations
• Manage transactions including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, investments and real estate
• Liaising with clients, be it domestic or international clients including MNCs, with minimal supervision
• Proactively exploring opportunities for expanding and maintaining business relations (domestically and internationally

What you bring:

If you're a junior lawyer with a progressive mindset, ambitious, and have a genuine interest in growing a corporate portfolio, this role is for you.

• Admitted to the High Court of Malaya
• A minimum of 3 - 5 years of PQE in corporate practice
• Sound technical legal knowledge in corporate structures and corporate governance, commercial transactions
• Strong legal research skills
• Meticulous, detailed-oriented, thorough approach to work
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• High proficiency in written and spoken English

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a progressive and innovative law firm that values its lawyers as its strongest assets. They are committed to developing and training their lawyers to the highest standards, providing an environment where you can grow your corporate portfolio and contribute to the firm's success.

What's next:

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Apply now or contact me at kimmy.khoo@robertwalters.com.my for more information.

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