General Counsel

Overview

Our client is a Malaysian-based conglomerate with diverse business interests and operations spanning multiple countries worldwide.

Job Title : General Counsel

In House

Corporate / M&A / Commercial, Litigation, Project, Energy and Infrastructure, Trusts & Will

Employment Type : Full Time / Permanent

Location : Kuala Lumpur / Miri

Required Experience : 18 - 25 Year(s)

Professional Qualification

Expiry Date : 08 / 12 / 2025

Responsibilities

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.

• A. Strategic Leadership & Advisory

Act as principal legal adviser to the CEO, COO, and senior leadership on all legal and compliance matters.

Lead legal aspects of corporate transactions including M&A, JVs, capital projects, and divestments.

Oversee litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings with significant business impact.

Maintain strong relationships with regulators, certification bodies, ESG auditors, and government agencies.

Direct and coordinate the Kuala Lumpur and Miri legal departments.

Qualifications

Note : This position is only open to Malaysian citizens.

Resume

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