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Legal Manager and Compliance OfficerGuocoLand Group • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Legal Manager and Compliance Officer

Legal Manager and Compliance Officer

GuocoLand Group • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
19 hours ago
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Legal Manager and Compliance Officer

GuocoLand Group WP, Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Join our dynamic team as our Legal Manager and Compliance Officer , where you'll play an important role in safeguarding the company's legal and regulatory integrity. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the compliance and governance landscape for the Group, including a listed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), while providing legal counsel across our property investment portfolio.

If you're a seasoned legal professional with a strong command of capital markets regulations and a passion for corporate governance, we invite you to bring your expertise to a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Compliance and Corporate Governance

  • Implement and maintain compliance frameworks for the Group, including its listed REIT.
  • Ensure adherence to Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, Capital Markets and Services Act 2007, Securities Commission's Guidelines on Listed Real Estate Investment Trusts, Personal Data Protection Act 2010, Anti‑Money Laundering, Anti‑Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 and Malaysian Anti‑Corruption Commission Act 2009.
  • Serve as the Compliance Officer for the REIT.
  • Engage with regulators, the REIT Trustee and external parties where required.
  • Carry out regular compliance audits and internal assessments to ensure regulatory adherence.
  • Develop, review, implement and update compliance policies, procedures, programmes, and internal controls.
  • Support regulatory reporting, disclosures, and statutory filings and provide compliance reports to the Board of Directors and Audit Committee.
  • Monitor regulatory changes, identify compliance gaps and implement proactive measures to address potential compliance risks.
  • Conduct compliance training and awareness programmes for employees and Board of Directors.

Legal

  • Independently handle all legal matters, manage legal risks and provide legal support to Group's business, particularly the property investment and REIT portfolio, including day‑to‑day contract review, advisory work, and dispute resolution management.
  • Develop and maintain an updated depository of contract templates to improve efficiency and consistency across the Group.
  • Perform other ad‑hoc legal duties as assigned by the head of Department or superior.
  • WHO YOU ARE

  • Degree in Law from a recognised university.
  • Admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the Malaysian Bar.
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience, including at least 3 years in compliance within capital markets (ideally in REITs, asset management, or publicly listed companies).
  • Proven track record in regulatory compliance for Malaysian listed entities, REIT or regulated industry.
  • Eligibility or willingness to register as the Compliance Officer with the Securities Commission (completion of Module 11 and relevant experience required).
  • Deep knowledge of Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements, Capital Markets and Services Act 2007, and SC Guidelines on Listed REITs.
  • Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience liaising with regulators and REIT trustees.
  • If you're looking for a role where your legal and compliance expertise will be valued, and where you can help build a culture of integrity and accountability, we'd love to hear from you.

    Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey with us.

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