Head of Legal

A leading organisation in the construction and property development sector is seeking a Head of Legal to join their team. This role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact by overseeing a broad spectrum of legal matters, including litigation, commercial agreements, real estate transactions, and compliance for a listed company.

What you'll do:

• Oversee all aspects of litigation management, including coordinating with external counsel, preparing case strategies, and ensuring timely resolution of disputes.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements related to construction projects, property acquisitions, joint ventures, and other business activities.

• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks associated with real estate transactions, land acquisition processes, leasing arrangements, and regulatory compliance.

• Ensure the organisation’s adherence to relevant laws and regulations governing listed companies within the construction/property development industry.

• Develop and implement compliance programmes that address anti-corruption measures, corporate governance standards, and risk mitigation strategies.

• Provide guidance on contract administration throughout project lifecycles to ensure obligations are met and potential liabilities are minimised.

• Support due diligence efforts for mergers, acquisitions, or divestments by identifying legal risks and recommending solutions.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including finance, operations, and project management—to deliver practical legal advice that supports business objectives.

• Prepare board papers and reports for senior management regarding ongoing legal matters, compliance updates, and risk assessments

• Mentor junior legal staff by sharing knowledge, offering constructive feedback, and promoting best practices in legal research and documentation.

What You Bring

• Malaysian-qualified lawyer with 8–15 years of proven experience handling corporate commercial and litigation matters, preferably within the construction or property development industry.

• Experience in an established private practice, with subsequent in-house legal experience.

• Demonstrated ability to draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements relevant to large-scale construction projects or property developments.

• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams such as finance, operations, project management, and senior leadership.

• Proficiency in Mandarin to facilitate communication with Mandarin-speaking business stakeholders.

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