1)Oversee compliance of legal entities with applicable laws and regulations across various jurisdictions;

2)Maintain and organize legal documentation, including by-laws, contracts, minutes of meetings, and other relevant legal documents;

3)Draft and revise documents relating to legal entities;

4)Coordinate the work of local law firms and corporate service providers in various jurisdictions;

5) Carry out research in the business unit's specialist field;

6)Carry out administrative and legal tasks assigned by the manager.

Key Responsibilities:

1)Advise on complex projects and infrastructure transactions, including project structuring, concession agreements, construction, operation, and financing of large-scale developments.
2)Act for financial institutions and borrowers in corporate and real estate financing, including project, end-financing, Islamic and conventional facilities, and security documentation.
3)Handle corporate real estate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, joint ventures, and development projects across commercial, industrial, hospitality, healthcare, and data centre assets.
4)Advise on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring, including due diligence, share and asset purchase agreements, and group rationalisation exercises.
5)Liaise with government agencies and regulatory authorities for project approvals, licenses, and compliance matters.
6)Lead negotiations, draft, and review a wide range of commercial contracts and transaction documents.
7)Manage multiple client portfolios independently, ensuring delivery of timely and practical legal solutions.
8)Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, contributing to training and professional development.

- Assist partners and associates in handling corporate and commercial matters.
- Draft, review, and prepare various agreements and legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions or summaries on corporate and regulatory issues.
- Assist in due diligence exercises, mergers and acquisitions, and other transactional work.
- Liaise with clients, authorities, and other relevant parties under supervision.
- Manage documentation, filing, and other administrative tasks to ensure efficient file management.
- Attend client meetings and discussions to gain exposure to corporate advisory and transactional processes.

1) Assist in preparing, reviewing and finalizing housing project Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPAs), loan documents and related conveyancing documentation.

2) Liaise with developers, financial institutions, purchasers and relevant government authorities to ensure smooth progress of each transaction.

3) Attend client signings, including during project launches on weekends.

4) Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and firm procedures.

5) Maintain proper file management and documentation tracking.

6) Provide timely updates to clients and stakeholders on transaction status.

7) Perform legal research, drafting and other tasks assigned by partners or senior lawyers.

1) Manage SME and corporate loan documentation from start to completion, including facility agreements, security documentation, debentures and guarantees.

2) Advise banks and corporate clients on legal issues relating to financing, securities and compliance.

3) Handle property transactions involving purchase, sale, financing and refinancing of residential and commercial properties (both sub-sale and developer projects).

4) Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements such as tenancy agreements, joint venture agreements and corporate documents.

5) Liaise with financial institutions, corporate clients and property developers to ensure timely completion of transactions.

6) Provide legal advice on regulatory requirements, stamp duty and tax implications related to property and financing matters.

7) Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, rules and banking regulations.

8) Represent clients in discussions, negotiations and documentation processes with professionalism and efficiency.

- Handle a diverse range of commercial litigation matters and intellectual property disputes.
- Handle litigation & trial work independently
- Draft pleadings, submissions, and correspondence with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts.
- Engage directly with clients and counsel to manage litigation files effectively.

Key Responsibilities

1) Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts across SEA in a timely manner.
2) Liaise and coordinate with internal stakeholders and clients on contract-related matters.
3) Provide legal advice on contracts, disputes, and other business issues.
4) Review and advise on other legal or commercial documents (e.g., leases, employment contracts, demand letters).
5) Develop and implement contract management processes.
6) Support compliance with data privacy, cybersecurity, and industry regulations in SEA and Greater China.
7) Conduct legal research and stay updated on new regulations affecting business operations.
8) Prepare and maintain legal documentation and a regulatory reference library.
9) Assist with licensing and registration processes across the region.
10) Liaise with external legal advisers when required and handle other ad hoc legal matters.

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.