An established multinational retail organisation is seeking a Legal Counsel for a 6-month fixed term contract in Malaysia. The role focuses on commercial contracts, employment law, regulatory compliance and business advisory. Candidates with 3–5 years of relevant legal experience, strong commercial acumen and prior in-house exposure are preferred. Immediate availability is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

1. Commercial Contracts & Vendor Management

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including consultancy agreements, service agreements, vendor and supplier contracts, lease-related documentation and non-disclosure agreements.

• Identify contractual and commercial risks, recommending practical mitigation measures that protect the organisation's interests.

• Provide legal support on procurement, vendor management, retail operations and other business activities.

• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, risk allocation and potential legal implications.

2. Corporate Governance & Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor and support compliance with applicable Malaysian laws, regulations and internal policies.

• Assist with regulatory filings, licensing requirements and statutory compliance matters.

• Conduct legal reviews of new business initiatives, projects and operational processes.

• Collaborate with Internal Audit, Compliance and HR to strengthen corporate governance and internal control frameworks.

• Advise stakeholders on regulatory developments and their potential impact on business operations.

3. Employment Law & Industrial Relations

• Provide legal advice on employment-related matters, including disciplinary actions, misconduct investigations, performance management, employee grievances, domestic inquiries and termination cases.

• Support HR in managing employee relations matters and ensuring compliance with applicable Malaysian employment legislation.

• Draft and review employment contracts, HR policies, employee handbooks and other employment-related documentation.

• Advise on developments in employment law and industrial relations, translating legal requirements into practical HR solutions.

4. Dispute Management & External Counsel Coordination

• Coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation, employment disputes and regulatory investigations.

• Assist with evidence gathering, preparation of legal documentation and case strategy development.

• Assess potential legal exposure and recommend appropriate dispute resolution and settlement strategies.

• Support the business in managing disputes efficiently while mitigating legal, financial and reputational risks.

5. Business Advisory & Risk Management

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to Management and internal business stakeholders.

• Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to support day-to-day operations and strategic decision-making.

• Identify, assess and mitigate legal and operational risks across business functions.

• Support business expansion projects, organisational changes and strategic initiatives from a legal and compliance perspective.

• Balance legal and regulatory requirements with commercial priorities to facilitate effective business outcomes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate commercial law, commercial contracts, legal advisory or compliance.

• Strong contract drafting, reviewing and negotiation skills.

• Broad exposure to commercial legal matters, with experience in employment law, industrial relations, compliance or corporate governance being advantageous.

• Prior in-house experience is preferred; candidates from private practice with relevant corporate commercial exposure are also welcome.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts in practical, straightforward language.

• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced business environment.

• Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable collaborating with stakeholders across different business functions.

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