Legal Counsel (Commercial & Operational Contracts)

Our client, a trailblazer in the technology industry, is on the hunt for a Legal Counsel to join their executive team. This role is a golden opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to provide strategic guidance and navigate the intricate legal terrain of the tech sector. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge in corporate law, demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities, and possess a proactive approach to tackling legal challenges.

What you'll do:

As the Legal Counsel, you will be instrumental in shaping our client's future. You will steer through the complex legal landscape of the tech sector, ensuring compliance while mitigating risks. Your deep-rooted expertise in corporate/commercial law will be crucial as you offer strategic advice on issues such as intellectual property rights and regulatory compliance. You will also manage high-stakes contracts and agreements while resolving intricate legal disputes. Your leadership skills will be put to good use as you guide a team of professionals towards achieving shared goals.

• Legal support & advisory to business divisions within the group to facilitate contracts and dealings with third parties.
• Collaborate with various departments especially the consumer business and sales & services, teams to understand their requirements and concerns with a view to provide legal advisory and support – this will facilitate the operations of the group while ensuring compliance
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts e.g. partnership and collaboration agreements with retail service providers, merchants, distributors, resellers, dealers etc.
• Draft and review customer’s terms and conditions on retail product and services
• Provide legal advice on business operations relating to compliance such as areas involving the Consumer Protection Act 1999, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 and the Personal Data Protection Act 2010
• Where required to interface, liaise and coordinate between group stakeholders and external counsel.
• Ensure group’s interests are protected while complying with laws and regulations when undertaking assigned duties and tasks.

What you bring:

The perfect fit for this Legal Counsel position brings extensive experience in law along with strong leadership skills.

Your analytical abilities, negotiation skills, and strategic mindset will be key in providing pragmatic legal solutions.

• Degree in Law (LLB)
• Minimum 15 years’ experience post being called to the Bar with at least 3 years in a private practice with a leading law firm
• Able to work independently
• Positive, passionate, collaborative
• Thrives in a challenging and dynamic environment
• Enjoys learning new things, meeting new people and working with diverse range of internal stakeholders.
• Critical thinking and good problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication, inter-personal and negotiation skills when dealing with counter-parties to a transaction as well as internal stakeholders.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a forward-thinking company that values innovation and embraces new technologies. They offer opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a rapidly growing company. You will work with a team of passionate, diverse, and talented professionals who are committed to excellence. The company offers an attractive compensation package, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. They also promote a supportive work-life balance culture with flexible working arrangements.

What's next:

Eager to elevate your legal career? Apply now!

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