- Supporting counsels in APAC region on operational and administrative tasks as and when assigned.
- Manage projects to meet timeline.
- Assist in data entry and uploading documents to legal systems.
- Organizing, maintaining and managing documents, templates, legal data, including the creation of spreadsheets and retrieval systems.
- Acting as a coordinator between the legal department and other business units in the APAC region.
- Compiling information and, preparing statistics, reports, charts, graphs and other summaries as and when requested.
- Legal champion/representative and driver for Legal system from development to launch and ongoing co-owner for sustainment.
- Assist in corporate governance and company secretarial matters by working with external Company Secretaries in APAC. Arrange for signatures, notarization and/or legalization, as applicable; coordinate appointment and removal of all corporate officers and directors.
- Process and manage legal invoices and expenses.

- To assist in handling all conveyancing matters such as preparing sub-sale, loan and other conveyancing files until completion.
- To assist in preparing and attending to legal documents relating to conveyancing and loan documentation.
- Attending to clients, correspondences, prepare status report and other types of work assigned by the firm / company from time to time.

Job Description
We are looking to add to our team of Employment Counsel to meet expanding business needs. You will report to a Legal Director and work alongside other Employment Counsel in the team to support our rapidly growing business internationally.

Job Description
1)Conducting employment compliance audit, preparing audit report and recommendations for the business, and overseeing implementation of those recommendations.
2)Support HR team on day-to-day international employment issues across Asia Pacific, Europe, United Kingdom, the Middle East, United States and Latin America (including labour disputes, employee investigations, separations, incentives and benefits, discrimination, pension, immigration, transfer of employment and other employment-related issues).
3) Assist as required on employment issues in M&As and restructuring projects.
4)Review agreements with vendors relating to employee benefits and payroll services.
5)Provide training to internal stakeholders on employment issues and legal updates.
6)Work with HR team to create and maintain policies, procedures, handbooks, and template employment contracts globally, and to ensure these are in line with local law requirements and company practices.
7)Supervise, manage and evaluate outside counsel on employment-related matters.
8)Partner with other team members on other employment or ad hoc projects.

1)Prepare and negotiate agreements, covering area such as corporate matters, joint ventures, tenancy and sales or purchase of land and properties.
2)Providing legal advice and support for the Group's business and operations.
3)Managing the sale and purchase agreements and related documents (Sale Documents) for property development projects, while coordinating with the sales and marketing department, personnel, and external/panel solicitors (as needed) to ensure timely completion and finalisation of the Sale Documents.
4)Collaborate with external legal counsel and other third-party advisors to manage the Group's litigation and other legal matters.
5)Provide guidance on general business matters and oversee legal issues across all areas of the Group, including but not limited to business operations and corporate affairs.
6)Handle the Group's litigation matters, including representing the Group before courts, tribunals, or other judicial, administrative, or public authorities, as well as in dealings with any other legal or physical entities.
7)Help raise awareness within business units about the legal risks faced by the Group and emphasize the importance of taking proactive steps to mitigate potential exposure.
8)Perform legal research to stay updated on relevant changes in laws and advise management on necessary adjustments and their impact on business operations.
9)Coordinate with relevant government offices and other competent authorities as needed.
10) Ensure that business operations comply with relevant laws and regulations, and provide advice to senior management on these matters.
11)Ensure that collaborative objectives are met with various internal stakeholders regarding internal audit, internal control, risk management, process improvement, compliance, and efficiency.
12)Carry out any additional duties assigned by Management as needed.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Commercial Lawyer with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience to join our client's dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will have substantial expertise in drafting and negotiating a broad spectrum of commercial agreements and will be proficient in handling various aspects of corporate commercial law.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including but not limited to:
-Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPA) for the purchase of land, Shareholders Agreements, Share Sale Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, Collaboration Agreements, Service Agreements.

2)Provide strategic legal advice on commercial transactions and business operations.

3) Conduct comprehensive due diligence and risk assessments for commercial deals.

4)Collaborate with clients and internal teams to facilitate smooth and successful negotiations.

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management: Oversee a diverse portfolio of litigation cases, from initial instruction through to resolution, ensuring efficient and effective case progression.

Court Appearances: Represent clients in court, preparing and presenting cases before judges and magistrates across various levels of the Malaysian judicial system.

Legal Research and Drafting: Conduct thorough legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other court documents, and develop sound legal strategies to support client cases.

Client Interaction: Maintain regular communication with clients, providing expert legal advice, managing expectations, and updating them on case developments.

Negotiation and Settlement: Engage in negotiations and mediations to resolve disputes outside of court when in the best interest of clients.

Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all legal activities comply with relevant laws and regulations, identifying and mitigating any potential legal risks.

Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers, paralegals, and support staff to deliver comprehensive legal services and support the overall goals of the firm.

Professional Development: Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations, and continuously seek opportunities for professional growth and development.

Position Summary
You will be the senior member of a legal team supporting business in various projects for our merchant and e-wallet clients to increase traffic and engagement. This may include SaaS services, marketing services, advertising and distribution services, framework agreements, generic procurement and other non-structured collaborations.

What to expect:
You will be exposed to various innovative projects and initiatives, including helping our clients develop a healthy ecosystem.

You will be working side-by-side with brilliant minds in a dynamic and challenging environment, to support the development and roll-out of novel products or initiatives.

You will collaborate with cross-functional partners such as LegalTech and Product to constantly iterate and find ways to optimize and streamline processes and workstreams, such as the implementation of contract digitization and automation.

You will contribute to a collegiate, collaborative environment with other team members and stakeholders such as Compliance, AML and Privacy.

You will be a sensible advisor and partner to Business and senior management, allowing them to make informed decisions based on risk-based approach and other overarching corporate policies.

Major Responsibilities
- Taking ownership of various product service agreements. This may include preparing, reviewing and negotiating SaaS services agreement, marketing agreement, procurement agreement, generic collaborations and other types of contracts.
- Assisting with contract management, including organizing and maintaining contract files, tracking contract deadlines, and ensuring compliance with contract terms.
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders, including business development, product, marketing, operations, risk, and finance teams, to ensure that contracts align with company objectives and policies.
- Conducting legal research and providing legal and regulatory advice on various product structuring and contract-related matters, including appropriately instructing external counsel where necessary.
- Keeping abreast of changes in laws and regulations and providing updates to the legal team and internal stakeholders.
- Collaborating with LegalTech team to support and implement legal digitization and automation initiatives including creation of standard form documents, knowledge management
- Some occasional travel to Singapore, China or other locations may be expected

Legal:
- In-depth knowledge and experience with securities laws, regulations and guidelines, and any other applicable law governing the regulated activities in Malaysia including REIT and non-REIT entities
- Drafting, reviewing, vetting and preparation of Contracts, Legal Documentations, Legal Correspondences and Agreements
- Advise on trademark, dispute resolution, arbitration, employment and industrial relations
- Liaise with solicitors or authorities with regards to all legal matters
- Experience with property law including sale and purchase agreements, tenancy agreements and other land related matters;
- Experience in financing and loan documentation;
- Troubleshoot and solve any legal, risk and compliance issues that may arise from time to time
- Lead employee training sessions on legal issues.
- Able to project manage ad-hoc projects & duties assigned
- Able to work within tight timelines

Compliance:
- Implementation, monitoring and reporting of regulatory compliance requirements for anti-money laundering, corruption, corporate governance, personal data and business-related issues.
- Responsible for overall supervision of compliance with securities laws, regulations and guidelines, and any other applicable law governing the regulated activities.
- Responsible to design and monitor control systems to deal with violations of legal rules and internal policies and regularly assess the efficiency of control systems and recommend effective improvements;
- Provide advisory and ensure compliance with the laws and regulatory requirements governing the businesses in Malaysia including REIT and non -REIT entities;
- Provide response and necessary information within the compliance requirements during internal audits and external audits/enquiries by the authorities/regulators;
- Attend to and solve any legal, risk and compliance issues that may arise from time to time;
- Ensure that all legal, risk and compliance obligations pertaining to the real estate investment trust and manager of the trust are met at all times;
- Update and coordinate the compliance reports for purposes of ensuring that the compliance needs are met for the real estate investment trust and the manager of the trust.

- Lead the drafting, review, revision, and negotiation of complex contracts, including those related to new and existing corporate or commercial projects, products, and services of the group.
- Provide strategic counsel on the group's policies and operating procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and authorities' rulings.
- Lead and manage litigation matters, including commercial disputes, arbitration, and mediation, working closely with external counsel when necessary.
- Represent the group in legal proceedings and collaborate on litigation strategies to protect the group's interests.
- Anticipate, manage, and offer sound legal solutions to mitigate legal risks/issues arising from the group's business strategy and operations.
- Oversee and safeguard the proper maintenance of registers and records of legal documents, ensuring confidentiality and efficient retrieval of the group's documents.
- Ensure timely and accurate preparation/delivery/filing of statutory forms, resolutions, and announcements with relevant regulatory authorities.
- Lead assigned legal workstreams and projects to completion, driving results and maintaining accountability across the team.

Position Summary: Our client is seeking an Associate Counsel to join their dynamic team in the bank industry. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of post-qualified experience (PQE) in legal practice, with a strong focus on payment and credit.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management:
-Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements.
-Ensure that contracts align with the bank's policies and legal standards.

Regulatory Compliance:
-Ensure the bank's operations comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
-Advise on regulatory changes and their impact on the bank's business.

Governance:
-Provide legal support for board and committee meetings, including preparing and reviewing minutes, resolutions, and other corporate documents.
-Advise on corporate governance matters and best practices.

Legal Research and Advisory:
-Conduct legal research on various issues affecting the bank.
-Provide clear, practical, and business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders.