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Legal Counsel

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One of the world’s largest integrated energy companies, operating across the full energy value chain and headquartered in UK, is now looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join this fast‑growing team and help shape the next generation of legal service delivery. This is more than a legal role, it’s an opportunity to work at the heart of a global energy leader, on complex, high‑impact work, in a data‑driven and technology‑enabled environment.

What you’ll do

As part of the Group’s legal team, you’ll partner closely with senior legal and business stakeholders to deliver pragmatic, business‑focused legal support. Your key accountabilities include:

  • Advising on global procurement and commercial contracting, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating goods & services agreements across jurisdictions
  • Partnering with colleagues across upstream, customers & products, treasury and corporate teams on advisory and transactional matters
  • Managing legal escalations and coordinating seamlessly with other lawyers globally
  • Driving standardisation and continuous improvement from contract templates and playbooks to workflows, data and training
  • Supporting the Group’s legal transformation agenda, including digitalisation, innovation and shared services excellence
  • Delivering training and guidance to business teams
  • Contributing to high‑value, business‑critical projects with global visibility

Key Requirements

You’re a commercially savvy lawyer who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment and enjoys improving how things are done.

You bring:

  • 3–10 years PQE as a commercial lawyer (law firm or in‑house)
  • Qualification in Malaysia, UK, Australia, US or another major jurisdiction
  • Strong experience in cross‑border commercial contracts. Candidates who are equipped with oil & gas, treasury / shared legal services work experience will be viewed favorably
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
  • A continuous‑improvement mindset with sound judgment and high integrity
  • Cultural awareness and emotional intelligence to succeed in a global organisation

What sets this company apart:

This organisation distinguishes itself through its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is empowered to contribute their unique strengths. Diversity is not just welcomed but actively promoted as a driver of innovation and collective achievement. Above all, this is an environment where collaboration flourishes, where people genuinely care about each other’s success and where your voice will always be heard as part of a supportive network dedicated to shared goals.

What's next:

If you are ready for an exciting new chapter in your legal career where your expertise will truly make a difference, this is your moment, seize the opportunity today!

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

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Legal & Corporate Secretarial

Focus: Other

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: QKJUMX-7BF028F0

Date posted: 26 April 2026

Consultant: Lindy Ho