MANAGER, GROUP LEGAL

Job Description:

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on various corporate / commercial transactions, including joint venture agreements, subscription and shareholder agreements, MOUs, Head of Terms, financing documentation, IT service level agreements, system/software maintenance, software development agreements, media contracts, sales & marketing agreements, and promotional T&Cs.
• Assist in managing the Group's Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), including trademark applications, renewals, register maintenance, third-party consent, and defending infringements.
• Assist in managing corporate disputes: assess potential claims, identify risks, strategize legal positions, advise on solutions to minimize risks, support settlements, review cause papers, and provide litigation updates to Senior Management.
• Managing the non-contentious construction advisory portfolio including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on construction-related transactions and agreements (e.g., PAM and IEM contracts, supply contracts, letters of award, tender documents, vendor/supplier appointments, NDAs).
• Provide legal advice to business and support units on general legal matters, offering practical solutions to mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, cases, and updates, advising on compliance impacts and new legislation related to the Group's operations.
• Manage and oversee services provided by external counsel for the assigned legal portfolio.
• Provide administrative support to the Corporate Services team, monitor progress on legal matters, and follow up on outstanding issues or transactions.
• Ensure all tasks are carried out in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the General Counsel.

Requirement:

• Bachelor of Law, preferably called to the Bar
• 6-8 years post-qualifying experience gained in legal practice and/or in-house position
• Proven experience and expertise for corporate / commercial portfolio
• Experience in construction (non-contentious / advisory & contentious) and procurement

advisory matters would be an added advantage

• In-house legal experience within a listed corporation is preferred.
• Strong legal judgment and risk assessment capabilities.
• Good commercial acumen and ability to separate legal from commercial considerations.
• Strong analytical, technical, and drafting skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and communicate with internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Team player
• Work location: Setia Alam