Legal Counsel

4 hours ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Capital A Berhad Full time 120,000 - 240,000 per year


Job Description

OVERVIEW :

Location: Wisma Capital A, Kuala Lumpur 
Department: Legal
Entity: AGB Capital A Berhad
Status (Full time/part time/contract): Full time


YOUR ROLE AS A : 

Legal Counsel 

The Legal Counsel plays a key role in providing legal support across Capital A's business verticals and corporate governance. This role involves managing complex legal matters, structuring commercial transactions, handling disputes, and supporting the company's growth initiatives. The Legal Counsel will work closely with internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external counsel to protect and advance the company's interests.


WHAT YOU'LL CHAMPION :

  • Provide legal guidance on corporate, commercial, regulatory, and operational matters affecting Capital A and its business units, subsidiaries.
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks while aligning legal strategies with business objectives.
  • Monitor and interpret evolving laws, regulations, and industry trends that impact the business.
  • Develop policies and governance frameworks to ensure the company's compliance with applicable laws and internal standards.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of BAU contracts involving Capital A business units and commercial agreements, including joint ventures, service agreements, partnerships, licensing, and financing agreements.
  • Work with internal stakeholders to structure business transactions that align with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure contracts are legally sound, mitigate risks, and support business goals.
  • Oversee and manage litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution matters involving the company.
  • Work with external legal counsel on litigation strategy while optimizing costs and outcomes.
  • Provide guidance on dispute avoidance and resolution strategies across business units.
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies, including the Securities Commission, Bank Negara Malaysia and other relevant authorities.
  • Advise on data privacy, cybersecurity, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering (AML), corporate governance matters and any other areas of law as and when required.
  • Conduct internal training on key legal and compliance topics to educate business units.
  • Support the legal due diligence process for M&A activities, investments, fundraising and strategic partnerships.
  • Assist in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex corporate transactions.
  • Ensure compliance with Bursa Main Market Listing Requirements, shareholder agreements, and corporate governance frameworks.
  • Work closely with the management of Capital A and the respective business units to address legal challenges faced.


WHO YOU ARE:

  • LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) from a recognized university; admission to the Malaysian Bar or equivalent qualification is required.
  • Minimum 5-8 years of experience in corporate and commercial legal practice, either in-house or with reputable law firms. Law firm experience is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of company law, contract law, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven experience in managing complex commercial transactions, cross-border legal matters, and corporate governance.
  • Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
     
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