Overview
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Legal, Compliance & Public Affairs (LCPA) team at Marsh McLennan. This role will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia . This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working as per respective team's arrangement.
Role
Commercial / Contracts Counsel
What can you expect?
- A team of diverse professionals across the globe, dedicated to helping our businsses manage some of the world’s most challenging and complex risks awaits
- Dedicated learning and development programmes
What is in it for you?
Attractive benefits coverage which includes Optical and DentalModern Smart Office WorkspaceWe will count on you to :
Advise on legal, regulatory, and business risks related to the Marsh & Mercer Asia business, spanning, among others, corporate and commercial issues, business structures and models, insurance and reinsurance, and consulting mattersAdvise on, review, draft and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contractual arrangements with clients, vendors and other third parties across the region, including global and regional master services agreements and other ancillary legal documentation as appropriateCollaborate with in-country and subject matter expert LCPA colleagues to (i) anticipate, identify and address local legal and regulatory issues and develop legal strategies and solutions; and (ii) analyse a broad range of laws and regulations affecting the operations of the business, including those arising from corporate structures and business models, and technology-related contractsCollaborate with other members of LCPA teams globally to create, update and maintain template agreements and implement process developmentsMaintain up-to-date legal knowledge for compliance with relevant policies and legislationProvide training on commercial / contracting mattersSupport the wider LCPA team with internal projects and various commercial mattersDemonstrate strong written and oral communication skillsAbove all, exercise sound judgmentWhat you need to have :
5 - 8 years’ PQE (qualified as a solicitor in Singapore, Malaysia or an equivalent common law jurisdiction) ideally in corporate, commercial or technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) lawRelevant experience at a law firm or in-house at a multi-national corporation (preferably a professional services or financial services organization), with a focus on commercial contracting and processes across regionsCorporate, commercial or TMT lawyer with strong technical and project management skillsEffectively able to prioritise work by understanding competing demands and making appropriate judgments regarding relative importanceAble to take initiative, is proactive and confidently able to take ownership of matters and develop selfWhat makes you stand out :
Excellent drafting and negotiation skillsExcellent organisational skills and attention to detailExcellent communication skills with the ability to manage expectations wellStrong commercial acumen with an ability to deliver clear and pragmatic solutionsAbility to effectively identify risk issues and escalate upwards, as appropriatePrevious experience working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple deadlines and tasksWhy join our team :
We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
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