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Legal Officer

Legal Officer

Sis Forum (Malaysia)SelangorMalaysia, Selangor, Malaysia
4 hari lalu
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Join Us in Making an Impact

We are a non‑profit organisation dedicated to advancing justice, equality, and human rights. We are seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Legal Officer to join our team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

  • More than 12 days of annual leave
  • Medical coverage with insurance
  • Claims for clinic, dental and optical (glasses) expenses
  • Additional staff allowances
  • Supportive, passionate, and mission‑driven work environment

Job Overview

We are seeking a committed and principled Legal Officer to join our Advocacy, Legal Services & Research (ALSR) Unit. This role suits a legally trained professional passionate about justice and gender equality, with a solid foundation in both civil and Syariah law and the ability to engage confidently in public advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice and assistance through SIS’s helpline platform (Telenisa), particularly on Islamic Family Law, Syariah and civil legal issues and women’s rights.
  • Coordinate and supervise legal aid chambering students, attend meetings with relevant Bar Committees and prepare related documentation as required.
  • Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, policy briefs, law reform proposals and reports.
  • Represent SIS in public forums, stakeholder meetings, community outreach and media engagements.
  • Meet and engage with Members of Parliament, State Assemblypersons and other policymakers to advocate for legal and policy reforms aligned with SIS’s mission.
  • Contribute to legal awareness, capacity‑building sessions and advocacy campaigns.
  • Organise mobile legal clinics, legal information booths, and similar outreach events to increase access to legal assistance and raise public awareness of rights and legal processes.
  • Carry out any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the management from time to time in line with the objectives of the ALSR Unit and SIS’s mission.
  • Requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognised university.
  • Must be called to the Malaysian Bar.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a practising lawyer.
  • Fresh graduate are encouraged to apply.
  • Background in Syariah law is required. Diploma in Syariah Legal Practice (DSLP) is an added advantage.
  • Experience working in legal aid, women’s rights or civil society is an added advantage.
  • Strong legal research, analytical and writing skills including the ability to draft official letters, reports, memoranda, policy briefs and meeting minutes.
  • Good public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Polite, respectful, able to take instructions well and displays professionalism when working with supervisors and colleagues.
  • Upholds integrity, maintains confidentiality and contributes to a cooperative, team‑oriented and respectful work environment.
  • Proficient in both Bahasa Malaysia and English (spoken and written).
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Canva.
  • Ability to use legal research databases effectively.
  • Familiarity with online collaboration tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom or similar platforms.
  • Willing to work long hours and on weekends, when required.
  • Demonstrated commitment to justice, equality and women’s rights.
  • Applicants must read and understand the key responsibilities and job requirements thoroughly before applying.

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