1) Handle the full spectrum of conveyancing matters, including sub-sale, developer project and financing transactions.

2) Draft, vet and finalize Sale and Purchase Agreements, Loan Agreements, Tenancy Agreements and related instruments.

3) Liaise with clients, bankers, developers and relevant authorities to ensure timely and compliant completion of transactions.

4) Provide legal advice on regulatory matters, including stamp duty, tax implications and procedural requirements.

5) Monitor transaction timelines, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all legal documentation.

Position Overview
The General Counsel / Assistant General Manager (Legal) will serve as the principal legal adviser to the CEO, Board, and senior management. This role is accountable for shaping and executing the Group's legal strategy while managing both the Kuala Lumpur corporate office legal department and the Miri headquarters operational legal team. The position requires extensive experience in managing cross-functional legal risks, overseeing compliance frameworks, leading major transactions, and handling litigation and dispute resolution. Regular travel between Kuala Lumpur and Miri is required.

Key Responsibilities

A. Strategic Leadership & Advisory

-Act as principal legal adviser to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership on all legal and compliance matters.
-Provide governance, risk, and compliance guidance to the Board.
-Align legal strategies with business priorities and ESG commitments.

B. Corporate, Commercial & Regulatory Oversight

-Lead legal aspects of corporate transactions including M&A, JVs, capital projects, and divestments.
-Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements (supply contracts, concession frameworks, carbon and community agreements).
-Ensure compliance with Malaysian regulations and international standards, including corporate, land, forestry, ESG, and carbon-related frameworks.

C. Litigation & Dispute Management

-Oversee litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings with significant business impact.
-Manage disputes related to land, environment, marine insurance, and other legal risks.
-Engage, supervise, and evaluate external counsel to ensure effective and cost-efficient outcomes.

D. Stakeholder & Government Engagement

-Maintain strong relationships with regulators, certification bodies, ESG auditors, and government agencies.
-Lead negotiations with state and federal authorities on forestry, carbon, and community-related initiatives.

E. Departmental Leadership

-Direct and coordinate the Kuala Lumpur and Miri legal departments.
-Mentor and develop legal teams to strengthen professional capability and operational efficiency.
-Establish governance frameworks, SOPs, and compliance systems to enhance risk management.

Job Purpose
To manage, review, and advise on all contract-related matters for the company and its subsidiaries, ensuring that agreements comply with statutory and corporate requirements while minimizing legal risks and safeguarding the company's interests.

Key Responsibilities
1) Contract Management
- Draft, review, and finalise various types of contracts, including service agreements, vendor contracts, client agreements, and NDAs.
- Ensure all contractual terms align with the company's policies, legal requirements, and business objectives.
- Maintain a centralised contract register and ensure proper documentation control for all agreements.

2) Legal Advisory
- Provide professional legal advice on contract interpretation, obligations, and risks.
- Advise internal departments on contract-related matters to ensure compliance and mitigate potential disputes.
- Highlight legal exposures and propose appropriate clauses or risk mitigation strategies.

3) Coordination & Liaison
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to support contract related processes.
- Liaise with external legal counsels when necessary to obtain specialized opinions or to support negotiations.
- Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure all contracts comply with Malaysian laws and relevant regulations.
- Keep management informed of any significant legal updates or contractual risks.
- Prepare periodic reports on contract status, renewal dates, and potential risk areas.

1) Draft and review Sale & Purchase Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements and Banking/Financing documentation.
2) Manage developer and sub-sale conveyancing transactions, from document preparation to completion.
3) Conduct legal research and provide advisory on property-related matters.
4) Liaise with clients, bankers, developers and government authorities to ensure smooth, timely transactions.
5) Stay informed of legal and regulatory developments related to property and land law.

Provide comprehensive legal support across various business units, including:
1) Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to ensure they align with the company's interests and comply with relevant laws. Providing legal advise and guidance on contract terms and conditions to mitigate risks.
2) Regulatory Compliance: Monitoring and interpreting changes in laws and regulations that affect different business units. Advising on compliance requirements and implementing necessary changes to policies and procedures.
3) Risk Management: Identifying potential legal risks in business operations and developing strategies to mitigate them. Conducting risk assessments and providing recommendations to minimize exposure.
4)Litigation Management: Overseeing and managing litigation cases, including coordinating with external legal counsel. Keeping stakeholders informed about the progress and outcomes of legal disputes.
5)Advisory Services: Providing legal advice on a wide range of issues, including corporate governance, intellectual property, employment law, and more. Supporting business units in decision-making processes by offering legal insights and solutions.
6)Policy Development: Assisting in the creation and implementation of company policies to ensure they are legally sound and effective. Reviewing and updating existing policies to reflect current legal standards.
7)Training and Education: Conducting training sessions for employees on legal topics relevant to their roles. Raising awareness about legal risks and best practices within the organization.
8)Stakeholder Communication: Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to ensure clear and effective communication. Representing the company in legal matters and negotiations.
9)Providing legal support to various business units.
10) To cultivate and practice 5S at the workplace and to adhere to 5S rules and standards of the organization to achieve continuous improvement in productivity, quality, cost, delivery, safety, morale and working environment.

- Draft, review and negotiate corporate/M&A agreements.
- Conduct due diligence and prepare reports.
- Advise on corporate governance, compliance, securities law and restructuring.
- Support cross-border transactions and liaise with external counsel.
- Work closely with clients to deliver clear, practical legal solutions.
- Stay updated on corporate and securities law developments.

Key Requirements
1)Advising and reviewing loan documents, which includes facility agreements, security
documents and other transaction documents, to ensure compliance with internal
policies and risk management practices.
2)Advising, reviewing and negotiating changes to standard facility letters, board resolutions,
and corporate guarantees to ensure that commercial objectives are achieved and internal
approvals are obtained.
3)Assist the deals team and other stakeholders by carrying out transaction management
role for loan transactions.
4)Reviewing and advising on non-standard corporate authorisation documents of banking
customers.

Role Overview

We are seeking junior to mid-level corporate/ commercial contracting lawyers to join our client's growing delivery team. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including procurement contracts, tech contracts and NDAs. The role will also involve collaborating closely with their client's legal and business teams.

Key Responsibilities

1)Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including procurement, services, technology, and licensing agreements.
2)Provide input on contract risk, compliance, and regulatory considerations.
3)Liaise with client stakeholders, including legal, procurement, and business teams, to align on contract terms and delivery timelines.
4)Maintain accurate records and contribute to knowledge management and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

1)Provide legal advisory services on corporate transactions, including M&As, IPOs, and corporate restructuring.

2)Draft, review, and negotiate share sale agreements, shareholder agreements, prospectus and corporate documentation and conduct relevant due diligence.

3)Ensure compliance with Malaysia's legal framework, including the Companies Act 2016, Capital Markets & Services Act 2007, SC Guidelines and Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements.

4)Liaise with Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), Bursa Malaysia, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), and other regulatory bodies for legal approvals and compliance matters.

5)Handle risk management by identifying potential legal risks and recommending mitigation strategies.

Our client is seeking a Compliance & Legal Officer to ensure the company operates within the regulatory frameworks set by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), the Credit Reporting Agencies Act (CRAA), Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regulations, and other applicable financial laws.

This role is critical to upholding corporate governance, mitigating legal risks, and maintaining regulatory compliance across operations. The successful candidate will engage with regulators, auditors, and internal teams to oversee compliance programs, conduct risk assessments, and ensure ongoing regulatory adherence.

-Ensure compliance with BNM regulations, AMLA, CRAA, PDPA, Companies Act, and other relevant laws.
-Monitor and implement updates in response to regulatory changes within the credit bureau, banking, and fintech sectors.
-Conduct risk assessments and compliance audits to identify and address gaps.
-Develop and maintain internal compliance programs, SOPs, and policies.
-Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
-Provide legal advice on governance, data protection, and regulatory issues.
-Liaise with BNM, SC, CCM, and other regulatory bodies as the company's compliance representative.
-Prepare and submit regulatory filings, compliance reports, and audit documentation.
-Deliver compliance training programs to employees and promote a culture of integrity.