about the company
Our client is an esteemed diversified conglomerate with an extensive portfolio within the consumer sector, construction, real estate development, health-care and investments advisory. Sustainability is a core value for the company, they're dedicated to positively impacting the environment and communities where they operate, ensuring long-term economic value for stakeholders.
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about the job
- Manage and lead the Legal and Governance team, providing guidance to managers and executives while fostering productive working relationship between the team, external & internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the business teams on strategic and operational corporate and commercial transactions, commercial transactions, fund raising, mergers & acquisition, joint ventures, and compliance with Malaysian laws for the Group's businesses.
- Taking lead on overseeing various legal documents, corporate conveyancing, litigation matters, regulatory liaisons and governance advisory
- Ensure compliance during internal and external audits/enquiries, providing necessary information as required.
- Foster a positive team culture, uphold professional standards, and planning for department's sustainability under the guidance of the Group.
about the requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Law with ideally a minimum of 15 years of PQE
- Extensive experience in litigation, corporate & commercial legal areas, particularly in investments, real estate, retail, construction, fund-raising, gained through private practice or as an in-house lawyer.
- Familiar with the corporate governance demands within a public listed setup
- Effective team leader and collaborative team player.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and people management abilities.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of effective communication at all organisational levels.
- Analytical mindset with a curiosity for exploring complex issues.
about the manager/team
This is a people leadership role where you will be managing a team of 5 and reporting directly to the Executive Director.