CONFIDENTIAL: Head, Legal & Compliance

One of the region’s reputable REIT company is seeking a strategic and commercially-minded Head of Legal & Compliance to lead our legal, regulatory, and governance functions. This role is critical in safeguarding the company’s interests, enabling business growth, and ensuring robust compliance within a dynamic real estate and REIT environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Legal Advisory

• Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to management and key stakeholders
• Assess and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across operations and strategic initiatives
• Act as a trusted advisor on new projects, investments, and business expansion

2. Contract & Commercial Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (leases, tenancy, service, property contracts)
• Ensure contracts are risk-balanced, compliant, and commercially sound
• Establish and maintain best-in-class contract governance practices

3. Property & Asset Transactions

• Lead legal support for acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and asset enhancement initiatives
• Review key transaction documents (SPA, leases, property agreements)
• Manage and coordinate external counsel for complex transactions and financing deals

4. Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Malaysian laws and regulatory frameworks, including:
• Capital Markets and Services Act
• Securities Commission (SC) Guidelines for REITs
• Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements
• Oversee regulatory submissions and reporting
• Drive continuous improvement of policies, controls, and compliance frameworks

5. Corporate Governance

• Advise Management and Board on governance best practices (MCCG aligned)
• Support the Audit & Risk Committee and Board in fulfilling oversight responsibilities
• Promote a strong culture of accountability and governance excellence

Requirements

• LLB or equivalent professional legal qualification
• At least 10+ years of relevant experience (law firm and/or in-house)
• Strong background in real estate, property management, and corporate/commercial law
• Proven experience in M&A (acquisition & disposal) and property transactions
• Solid understanding of SC guidelines, Bursa Listing Requirements, and Malaysian property laws
• Experience in compliance, risk management, and corporate governance is an advantage
• Independent, hands-on, and strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Excellent communication skills in English & Bahasa Malaysia

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