Legal Officer

Responsibilities

Manage legal matters related to the company’s daily operations, including contract review, compliance, legal consultation, and dispute resolution;

Draft, review, and revise commercial agreements, MOUs, and other legal documents to ensure compliance and minimize legal risk;

Handle legal communications and negotiations with government bodies, clients, and vendors;

Provide legal compliance advice regarding Malaysian laws and applicable international laws (e.g., import/export, cross-border investment, arbitration);

Monitor legal and regulatory changes, assess business impact, and provide proactive recommendations;

Assist in developing and improving the company’s legal risk control and compliance framework;

Liaise with external legal counsel and advisors to support major legal matters;

Handle employment law, compliance issues, and matters related to IP and corporate governance as required.



Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in Law; legal professional qualification (e.g., CLP, Bar, or equivalent) is an advantage.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in corporate in-house counsel or law firms, preferably in the manufacturing or international business sector.

Legal Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Malaysian corporate law, contract law, labor law, trade regulations, and local compliance requirements.

International Law: Familiarity with international trade law and commercial dispute resolution is highly preferred.

Skills: Excellent legal analysis, risk assessment, and negotiation skills; proficient in Microsoft Office, legal drafting, and documentation.

Languages: Proficient in Mandarin, English, and Malay (both written and spoken).

Note: As this role requires direct communication with Mandarin-speaking customers, candidates must be fluent in Mandarin

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting legal affairs for Chinese enterprises in Malaysia;

Familiarity with cross-border legal issues and regulatory differences between China and Malaysia;

Knowledge of ESG compliance, anti-trust, or data protection regulations is a plus.