Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel Our client is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal guidance and support their corporate strategy. This role will involve deal structuring and execution, overseeing leasing and landlord negotiations, leading legal due diligence for M&A transactions, managing joint ventures and partnerships, establishing compliance frameworks, standardising legal operations, and supporting the management team with strategic growth efforts.

What you'll do:

As a Legal Counsel, your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our client's business. Key responsibilities :

• Provide comprehensive legal guidance to support corporate strategy
• Draft, negotiate, and close various agreements including customer contracts, partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, employment agreements and vendor engagements
• Oversee leasing and landlord negotiations for growing portfolio of office spaces
• Lead legal due diligence and contract negotiations for M&A and investment transactions
• Structure and manage joint ventures, partnerships, and other collaborative agreements with external stakeholders
• Establish and maintain compliance frameworks for regulatory requirements, risk assessments, and dispute resolution
• Develop templates, policies, and best practices to ensure efficiency across all legal processes
• Support the management team with strategic growth efforts focusing on corporate deals in the industry

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Legal Counsel position, you bring a wealth of legal experience and a strong educational background.

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution; professional qualification (e.g., admission to the Bar) is required.
• At least 4 years & above of legal experience with a strong background in corporate, real estate or commercial law.
• Direct experience in drafting and negotiating complex agreements.
• Ability to navigate legal complexities in high-growth environments.
• Prior roles within investment banking, venture capital/private equity or real estate firms are highly advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical abilities to assess risks and devise effective strategies.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Proven ability to lead legal operations and influence cross-functional teams.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is an award-winning company that has revolutionised the real estate market with their innovative office and community products. Their fast growth has garnered continued support from investors, demonstrating confidence in their potential.

What's next:

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply now!

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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