Assistant Manager, Legal

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

Departmental & Team Support

Others

Key Requirements

This position is only open to Malaysian citizens.