Manager, Legal

About Us

Headquartered and listed in Singapore, CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) is a leading global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold.  As at 31 March 2024, CLI had S$134 billion of assets under management as well as S$100 billion of funds under management (FUM) held via six listed real estate investment trusts and business trusts, and more than 30 private vehicles across Asia Pacific, Europe and USA.  Its diversified real estate asset classes cover retail, office, lodging, business parks, industrial, logistics, self-storage and data centres.

Job Description

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.

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 business of CapitaLand's 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in law, business administration, or relevant field;
• Well versed in Companies Act, Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, Securities Commission guidelines, CCM and other relevant regulatory acts, laws and guideline;
• A qualified lawyer who possesses minimum of 5 years' experience in corporate environment and with exposure to compliance matters relating to Capital Market;
• Good knowledge and understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and familiar with organisational best practices;
• Exposure to hospitality, commercial or retail business audits is an added advantage;
• Familiar with local Malaysia relevant law. legal requirements and guidelines especially Company Law, Securities Commission and Bursa Malaysia, etc.;
• Strong knowledge of industry processes and regulations;
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities;
• An analytical mindset with good organizational skill;
• Proficient in written & spoken English and Mandarin. Knowledge of other languages will be an added advantage;
• Result-oriented, able to work independently, self-motivated, organized and ability to manage deadlines;
• Able to show track record of being able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Good mediator and team player;
• Be able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;

Benefits

• Flexible benefits with comprehensive medical coverage for self and family
• Training and development opportunities
• Subsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences-
• Strong advocate of staff volunteerism
• Wellness programmes

Closing Statement:

At CapitaLand, we advocate fair employment practices, and recruit talents based on merit and fit with our Corporate values. We provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and build an inclusive workplace regardless of race, gender, age, religious belief or nationality.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.