280 General Counsel jobs in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur - Excellent Package + Bonus + Benefits

The Company

A leading international offshore energy and shipping organisation with a strong presence in floating production and maritime solutions. With global operations spanning energy transportation, offshore facilities, and marine engineering, the business delivers complex projects across the offshore energy value chain.

The Role

This is a high-profile leadership position providing strategic legal direction to an expanding FPSO and offshore portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the principal legal adviser on all FPSO and offshore operations.
• Drafting, negotiating, and managing complex agreements, including FPSO charters, EPCIC contracts, joint ventures, and subcontracts.
• Supporting major project financings, including negotiation of loan and security documentation for multi-billion-dollar offshore assets.
• Leading dispute resolution matters (arbitration, litigation, and settlement strategies), working closely with external counsel.
• Overseeing governance, compliance, and regulatory matters across global subsidiaries.
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating legal risks in offshore business operations.

The Person:

• 10–15 years' post-qualification experience with a strong track record in FPSO, offshore energy, or maritime law.
• In-house experience with an offshore/energy contractor, operator, or leading maritime company strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage high-value commercial contracts and financing arrangements.
• Commercially astute with strong risk management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Please submit your CV outlining your FPSO and offshore legal experience to

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

We are partnering with a leading insurer to appoint a General Counsel & Company Secretary as they continue to elevate their legal and governance capabilities in Malaysia.

This is a newly restructured and high-impact role, combining legal advisory and corporate secretarial responsibilities. As the organization enters a pivotal phase of transformation, the incoming leader will play a central role in restoring and reshaping the in-house legal function, embedding strategic governance, and advising the board and CEO on complex legal and regulatory matters.

Backed by both local scale and global strength, the company offers a compelling platform for legal professionals seeking influence, visibility, and the opportunity to lead change. With a multi-channel distribution model and a renewed focus on customer-first, digitally enabled solutions, this is an exciting time to join a business that is redefining the future of insurance in Malaysia.

What You'll Do

As General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will:

• Lead the legal and governance function, providing strategic counsel across all business activities, contracts, and regulatory matters.
• Oversee corporate secretarial duties for both Life and Takaful entities, ensuring full compliance with statutory and BNM requirements.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership, aligning legal strategy with business goals and growth ambitions.
• Reshape and develop a junior legal team into a high-performing, business-aligned unit.
• Elevate board and regulatory engagement through confident leadership and sound governance practices.
• Define and implement governance frameworks, SOPs, and policies to drive operational excellence.
• Manage external legal vendors and ensure cost-effective, high-quality service delivery.
• Champion a culture of ethics, professionalism, and continuous improvement across the function.
• Promote data privacy, cybersecurity, and risk mitigation in all legal and governance activities.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a
strategic, confident legal leader
with the gravitas to advise at board level and the agility to lead transformation in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.

You'll bring:

• 15+ years of progressive legal experience
  , ideally within financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• A
  Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB)
  ; a Master's is an advantage.
• Licensed Company Secretary
  status, registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).
• Deep expertise in
  corporate governance
  , the Companies Act, and regulatory frameworks including Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) requirements.
• Strong
  business acumen
  and the ability to advise beyond a legal lens - connecting legal strategy to commercial outcomes.
• Proven experience in
  team transformation
  , stakeholder engagement, and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
• High ethical standards, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across senior leadership, regulators, and external partners.

Why This Role Matters

This is a rare opportunity to lead a
newly consolidated legal and governance function
at a time of strategic renewal. You'll be at the heart of decision-making, with direct access to the CEO and regional leadership, and the mandate to shape culture, uplift team capability, and influence the company's future direction.

If you're a confident, strategic legal leader with board-level gravitas and a passion for transformation, this is your moment to make a lasting impact.

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The Company

A leading international offshore energy and shipping organisation with a strong presence in floating production and maritime solutions. With global operations spanning energy transportation, offshore facilities, and marine engineering, the business delivers complex projects across the offshore energy value chain.

The Role

This is a high-profile leadership position providing strategic legal direction to an expanding FPSO and offshore portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the principal legal adviser on all FPSO and offshore operations.
• Drafting, negotiating, and managing complex agreements, including FPSO charters, EPCIC contracts, joint ventures, and subcontracts.
• Supporting major project financings, including negotiation of loan and security documentation for multi-billion-dollar offshore assets.
• Leading dispute resolution matters (arbitration, litigation, and settlement strategies), working closely with external counsel.
• Overseeing governance, compliance, and regulatory matters across global subsidiaries.
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating legal risks in offshore business operations.

The Person:

• 10–15 years' post-qualification experience with a strong track record in FPSO, offshore energy, or maritime law.
• In-house experience with an offshore/energy contractor, operator, or leading maritime company strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage high-value commercial contracts and financing arrangements.
• Commercially astute with strong risk management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Please submit your CV outlining your FPSO and offshore legal experience to

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

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The Company

A leading international offshore energy and shipping organisation with a strong presence in floating production and maritime solutions. With global operations spanning energy transportation, offshore facilities, and marine engineering, the business delivers complex projects across the offshore energy value chain.

The Role

This is a high-profile leadership position providing strategic legal direction to an expanding FPSO and offshore portfolio.

• Acting as the principal legal adviser on all FPSO and offshore operations.
• Drafting, negotiating, and managing complex agreements, including FPSO charters, EPCIC contracts, joint ventures, and subcontracts.
• Supporting major project financings, including negotiation of loan and security documentation for multi-billion-dollar offshore assets.
• Leading dispute resolution matters (arbitration, litigation, and settlement strategies), working closely with external counsel.
• Overseeing governance, compliance, and regulatory matters across global subsidiaries.
• Identifying, managing, and mitigating legal risks in offshore business operations.

• 10–15 years’ post-qualification experience with a strong track record in FPSO, offshore energy, or maritime law.
• In-house experience with an offshore/energy contractor, operator, or leading maritime company strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage high-value commercial contracts and financing arrangements.
• Commercially astute with strong risk management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Please submit your CV outlining your FPSO and offshore legal experience to .

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal and Finance
• Industries: Maritime Transportation, Oil and Gas, and Services for Renewable Energy

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Note: This description reflects the role and requirements as phrased, excluding unrelated job postings and site-wide notices.

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for
all
.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Provide advice and counsel to Micron's EHS team members and other business and operations leaders in order to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies and to drive performance on EHS efforts
• Partner closely with EHS personal to respond to noncompliance-incidents and events and EHS-related government inquiries and investigations
• Provide advice and counsel for product-based compliance with EHS legal requirements
• Provide input and support for Micron's Sustainability program
• Draft and revise contracts and individual contract terms regarding EHS matters and reflecting EHS programs and policies.
• Provide EHS advice and counsel for Micron acquisitions and divestitures and assist with EHS-related due diligence, as needed
• Provide EHS legal training
• Assist in litigation matters and enforcement or regulatory matters before governmental agencies on EHS matters
• Engage with EHS regulatory agencies throughout Micron's Asia-based operations
• Monitor for changes and developments in EHS laws and regulations in Asia and assist in the development of forward-thinking strategies to effectively navigate those changes
• Retain and manage outside counsel and outside consultants as needed
• Occasional international travel to Micron's manufacturing sites

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:

• 4+ years PQE of legal practice in a top-tier law firm or an in-house legal environment, preferably in the area of EHS matters
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• A proven track-record of high integrity, ethical conduct, and sound judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience advising on global manufacturing operations, preferably for a U.S. headquartered company
• The ability to engage a diverse cross-functional group of stakeholders and support results across a matrixed organization
• Experience engaging with team members from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Strong English language written and verbal skills to effectively interface with all levels of business management and with government officials. Mandarin or other business language skills a plus.

About Micron Technology, Inc.
We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life
for all
. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron and Crucial brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

To learn more, please visit

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

We are partnering with a leading player in the manufacturing sector to appoint a General Counsel based in Kuala Lumpur. The company is a well-regarded market leader in its product segment, with a long-standing reputation for excellence and innovation. This is a senior leadership position that will play a critical role in supporting the company's continued growth and operational integrity across domestic and international markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the chief legal advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior management team on all legal and regulatory matters.
• Lead and manage the legal function, including a small team of in-house counsel and external legal partners.
• Oversee and advise on a broad range of legal matters, including:
• General corporate and commercial issues
• Contract negotiation and review across the supply chain and customer base
• Transactional matters, including M&A and strategic partnerships
• Litigation and dispute management
• Regulatory, compliance, and risk-related issues
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, procurement, and human resources.
• Ensure the company operates within the legal and regulatory frameworks across relevant jurisdictions.
• Provide strategic legal input while maintaining a hands-on, solutions-driven approach to day-to-day operations.
• Support corporate governance and Board matters as needed.

Requirements:

• A qualified lawyer with minimum 15 years of post-qualification experience, including time spent in a top-tier law firm and in-house with complex, product-driven businesses.
• Prior experience in or deep understanding of manufacturing, industrial, or related sectors is essential.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, with prior experience managing legal teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and proven ability to partner closely with senior stakeholders.
• Comfortable navigating both strategic and operational legal issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with fluency in English (Mandarin or Bahasa Malaysia a plus).
• High levels of integrity, judgement, and professionalism.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior legal leader to join a respected and growth-oriented company with strong industry standing. The role offers meaningful impact and visibility within the organization.

Korn Ferry Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Korn Ferry Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

We are partnering with a leading insurer to appoint a General Counsel & Company Secretary as they continue to elevate their legal and governance capabilities in Malaysia.

This is a newly restructured and high-impact role, combining legal advisory and corporate secretarial responsibilities. As the organization enters a pivotal phase of transformation, the incoming leader will play a central role in restoring and reshaping the in-house legal function, embedding strategic governance, and advising the board and CEO on complex legal and regulatory matters.

Backed by both local scale and global strength, the company offers a compelling platform for legal professionals seeking influence, visibility, and the opportunity to lead change. With a multi-channel distribution model and a renewed focus on customer-first, digitally enabled solutions, this is an exciting time to join a business that is redefining the future of insurance in Malaysia.

What You’ll Do

As General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will:

• Lead the legal and governance function, providing strategic counsel across all business activities, contracts, and regulatory matters.
• Oversee corporate secretarial duties for both Life and Takaful entities, ensuring full compliance with statutory and BNM requirements.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership, aligning legal strategy with business goals and growth ambitions.
• Reshape and develop a junior legal team into a high-performing, business-aligned unit.
• Elevate board and regulatory engagement through confident leadership and sound governance practices.
• Define and implement governance frameworks, SOPs, and policies to drive operational excellence.
• Manage external legal vendors and ensure cost-effective, high-quality service delivery.
• Champion a culture of ethics, professionalism, and continuous improvement across the function.
• Promote data privacy, cybersecurity, and risk mitigation in all legal and governance activities.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a strategic, confident legal leader with the gravitas to advise at board level and the agility to lead transformation in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment.

You’ll bring:

• 15+ years of progressive legal experience , ideally within financial services, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) ; a Master’s is an advantage.
• Licensed Company Secretary status, registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).
• Deep expertise in corporate governance , the Companies Act, and regulatory frameworks including Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) requirements.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to advise beyond a legal lens - connecting legal strategy to commercial outcomes.
• Proven experience in team transformation , stakeholder engagement, and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
• High ethical standards, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build trust across senior leadership, regulators, and external partners.

Why This Role Matters

This is a rare opportunity to lead a newly consolidated legal and governance function at a time of strategic renewal. You’ll be at the heart of decision-making, with direct access to the CEO and regional leadership, and the mandate to shape culture, uplift team capability, and influence the company’s future direction.

If you’re a confident, strategic legal leader with board-level gravitas and a passion for transformation, this is your moment to make a lasting impact.

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