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Assistant Manager, Legal and Compliance

Assistant Manager, Legal and Compliance

BusinesslistPetaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
30+ days ago
Job description

Assistant Manager, Legal and Compliance Posting Date : 25 Aug 2025 | Close Date : 23 Nov 2025

Client Industry : Financial Consultant

Location : Petaling Jaya

Key Responsibilities :

Legal Advisory & Documentation

  • Draft, review, and finalize legal documents including Family Constitutions, Deeds, Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney (POAs), MOUs, NDAs, and client agreements.
  • Ensure legal documents align with internal governance structures and client expectations.
  • Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely implementation.

Contract Management & Legal Support

  • Support the legal documentation needs of internal teams, including Family Office Advisory, Corporate Services, Investments, and Operations.
  • Provide advice on legal risk, enforceability, and regulatory considerations.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of family governance structures and cross-border solutions.
  • External Counsel Coordination

  • Coordinate with external legal counsel on advisory matters, documentation reviews, and dispute resolution.
  • Review and manage legal opinions to ensure alignment with internal and client requirements.
  • Regulatory Compliance Oversight

  • Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory bodies such as the Securities Commission (SC), Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), Labuan IBFC, and any applicable self-regulatory organizations.
  • Oversee regulatory filings, licensing renewals, and maintain vigilance over changes in regulations and audit requirements.
  • Internal Policy & SOP Management

  • Assist in the development and implementation of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) relating to AML, data privacy, and conflict of interest.
  • Conduct regular compliance discussions with department heads.
  • Training & Awareness

  • Support in delivering in-house training on legal topics, AML / CFT, and client onboarding procedures.
  • Help promote legal literacy and regulatory awareness across the organization.
  • Client Due Diligence (CDD) & KYC

  • Assist in the review and execution of client onboarding processes, including Know-Your-Client (KYC), risk classification, and source of wealth verification.
  • Governance & Succession Advisory

  • Support advisory work on structuring, succession planning, and the preparation of relevant legal documentation for Family Office clients.
  • Departmental & Team Support

  • Assist in performance reviews, recruitment, and departmental reporting duties.
  • Others

  • Contribute to the achievement of the Company’s vision, mission, and strategic objectives.
  • Key Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution; admission to the Malaysian Bar is an advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in legal, compliance, or regulatory functions preferably in financial services, trust services, or family office environments.
  • Sound understanding of Malaysian legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g. SC, BNM, Labuan IBFC), with exposure to international compliance practices.
  • Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills, with the ability to manage complex documents and risk assessments.
  • If you are interested in this position, you may apply directly by clicking “Apply” button directly or you may apply through our website

    Sub Specialization : Others;Any Type of Employment : Permanent Minimum Experience : 5 Years Work Location : Selangor

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