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Legal Counsel (Malaysia), Crypto industry

Legal Counsel (Malaysia), Crypto industry

Captar PartnersKuala Lumpur
16 days ago
Job description

Job Summary We are helping our crypto client looking for an experienced and self-motivated Legal Counsel to serve as the sole Malaysia-based lawyer, reporting to the Legal Director of Commercial, Dispute Resolution, and Employment. This role involves managing all day-to-day legal matters in Malaysia, with a primary focus on employment and litigation, while supporting international commercial, regulatory, and corporate matters as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all Malaysian legal matters, prioritising employment and litigation issues.
  • Provide support for international general commercial matters, including contract review and negotiation with counterparties.
  • Assist with local regulatory and corporate matters, with on-the-job learning opportunities for areas outside your expertise.
  • Manage external law firms, including engagement, case management, work review, and fee approvals.
  • Conduct training within the organisation to enhance legal awareness and risk management, particularly in Malaysia.

Requirements

  • Common law degree from a reputable university.
  • Malaysian-qualified lawyer with 5-15 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) .
  • Experience in top-tier law firms and, ideally, in-house legal roles at reputable organisations.
  • Located in Malaysia, preferably Kuala Lumpur.
  • Start-up experience is highly desirable, especially in handling complex legal matters in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
  • Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and make critical decisions.
  • Strong legal drafting and interpretation skills.
  • Excellent written and spoken English, with business proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (strictly required).
  • Additional Information :

    We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Application Details :

    If you are interested in this role, please click "Apply Now." For a confidential discussion about this position or to explore other opportunities, please contact Jeffrey Chan at +852 3653 5150 or via email at  jchan@captarpartners.com .

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