One of the region's leading insurance company is now seeking a stellar Associate Director, Legal, Secretariat & Shariah. In this job, you will lead and manage the legal, secretariat and shariah function within the group.

About the Associate Director, Legal, Secretariat & Shariah Role:
Reporting to the CEO, you are required to deliver strategic advice and solutions, managing legal risks as well as drafting, reviewing and negotiating transactional documents in respect of the group's legal and compliance functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for legal review of all contracts, agreement where the group is a party or a beneficiary to ensure the terms and conditions are fair and to the best interest of the group
• Prepare various legal documentation such as memorandums, presentations, knowledge sharing
• Providing legal advice as required from time to time by various stakeholders including to propose viable legal solutions/approaches
• Lead one of Shariah functions required by policy document on shariah governance whilst providing legal advisory to the business, operations and Shariah committee
• Lead the board secretarial function within the group, by coordinating with company secretary to ensure smooth planning of board/board committee meeting, prepare/review board papers and render secretarial advice to the board
• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by the CEO/senior management team

To succeed in this role, you must have at least 10 years of PQE in the legal and shariah department. Candidates who have worked insurance/takaful companies are encouraged to apply.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Law and Shariah certified practitioner
• Problem solving and strategic in thinking with strong analytical skills
• Strong ability to identify legal risks, review and enhance documentation and processes
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• strong stakeholder management skills
• Self-motivated individual with excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

This leading insurance group needs no introduction and is recognised as the leader in their field of expertise. With great clients and international coverage, they have won numerous awards. The culture is demanding but if you are confident and have a can-do attitude the potential rewards are significant. The group places a high priority on developing their people to world class standards.

If you are driven, determined and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this exciting Associate Director, Legal, Secretariat & Shariah role.

Apply today at lindy.ho@robertwalters.com.my or contact me further for a confidential discussion.

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