about the company
This organisation has a diversified business portfolio with a strong global presence, spanning over Investment & Asset Management, real estate, retail, logistics, education and consumer sectors. Due to their dynamic expansion plans, they are currently in search for a Head of Corporate Legal to facilitate and lead various strategic corporate exercises for the Group (local & cross borders).
about the job
The main responsibility is to provide sound legal advice and support to the company across its daily operations and strategic projects. This includes handling commercial transactions, mergers, acquisitions, intellectual property matters, and more, with the goal of ensuring legal compliance and protecting the company's interests while achieving its business objectives.
- Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, lead and support in structuring deals and reviewing related documents such as agreements and joint venture contracts.
- Corporate Activities, lead and facilitate legal assessments during corporate transactions, fund raising exercises and review associated documents.
- Review and provide input on financing, funds, banking agreements and related security documents.
- Oversees on Intellectual Property matters, trademark and copyright registration, and review relevant agreements.
- Evaluate contracts related to IT services and products, provide legal advice on leasing and licensing issues.
- Offer legal support for ongoing projects and ensure necessary approvals are secured.
about the requirements:
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- Candidates should hold LLB (Hons) degree and called to the Malaysian BAR
- Ideally 10-15 years of relevant experience (M&As, JVs, fund raising exercises locally or internationally)
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management experience
- Excellent communication skills and possess the highest level of integrity
about the manager/team
You will be leading a team of 3-4 lawyers directly and reporting into the General Counsel.