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KuCoin Exchange WP. Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Legal Counsel We are seeking a Legal Counsel with 5 years of corporate legal experience to support our business. This role involves providing legal advice on contracts, compliance, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Legal Advisory : Provide legal advice on contracts, M&A, and commercial matters.

Contract Management : Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.

Compliance : Ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.

Dispute Management : Support in managing legal disputes and external counsel.

Internal Collaboration : Work with business units to provide practical legal solutions.

Qualifications

Education : Law degree (LL.B) and Bar qualification.

Experience : Minimum 5 years in corporate law.

Skills : Strong understanding of the local corporate law and regulatory frameworks. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Legal

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The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law or LLM, with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree preferred, and must be admitted to the bar with a current license to practice law. With at least five years of experience as in-house legal counsel or in a reputable law firm, with proven expertise in drafting and reviewing a broad range of legal documents and agreements. Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks, and the capability to meet strict deadlines. The candidate should be able to work both independently and collaboratively across functions, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills. Bilingual fluency in English and Chinese is required to effectively communicate with stakeholders, review bilingual legal documents, and support cross-border legal matters involving Chinese-speaking regions.

Report directly to Senior Manager, Legal & Compliance and be responsible for ensuring that all legal matters are handled efficiently and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Your role will involve working closely with various internal departments, as well as external counsels, when necessary, to provide sound legal advice and guidance. You will also be involved in drafting and reviewing a wide range of legal documents and agreements.

Provide all-rounded legal support to various internal departments, ensuring legal compliance and minimizing risks.

Collaborate with internal and external counsels to address legal matters effectively and efficiently.

Draft, review, and negotiate agreements within the organization, including but not limited to service agreements, partnership/collaboration agreements, NDAs, marketing agreements, due diligence reports, legal opinions, resolutions, and other compliance documents.

Conduct legal research and perform legal due diligence to ensure the organization is well-informed and proactive in addressing legal issues.

Maintain contract management system and oversee other administrative procedures related to legal matters, such as corporate secretarial duties and incorporation processes.

Identify potential legal risks and conflicts proactively and develop strategies to mitigate them.

Support the Legal Manager in various tasks and projects as needed.

Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide accurate and up-to-date legal advice.

Perform any other ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the Company.

Seniority Level Associate

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Legal

Industry Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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Overview

We are seeking a skilled and knowledgeable Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will provide expert legal advice, ensure compliance with local regulations, and support the organization in managing legal risks effectively. Location:

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ⏰ Work Mode:

Work From Office Role:

Legal Counsel Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance on various corporate matters and contracts Conduct legal research and analysis to support business decisions Draft, review, and negotiate agreements with clients and partners Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate legal risks Assist in dispute resolution and litigation management Qualifications

Law degree from a recognized institution Admission to practice law in Malaysia (advantageous) Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in corporate or commercial law Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and negotiation abilities Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team Ready to take your career to the next level?

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We are seeking a proactive and business‑mindful

Legal Counsel

to join our Chief Regulatory Office. The role will provide comprehensive legal and compliance support across the GDEX Group, ensuring that all operations, transactions, and governance practices meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities Review, draft, and negotiate

commercial, logistics, and service contracts , ensuring legal soundness and risk protection.

Advise management and departments on

corporate, compliance, and regulatory matters

affecting group operations.

Support

board and company secretarial functions , including review of resolutions, disclosures, and annual report content.

Monitor and interpret relevant

laws, regulations, and guidelines

(Companies Act, PDPA, Bursa Listing Requirements, etc.).

Develop and maintain

legal templates, policies, and SOPs

to strengthen governance efficiency.

Conduct

legal awareness and compliance briefings

for business units.

Requirements Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)

and

Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) ; admission to the Malaysian Bar preferred.

Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience (PQE)

in corporate or commercial law, preferably in a listed or regulated company.

Strong knowledge of

contract law, corporate governance, PDPA, and employment law .

Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills in English.

Analytical, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently with sound judgment.

High integrity, professionalism, and strong business acumen.

Application Questions

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?

What's your expected monthly basic salary?

Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

How many years’ experience do you have as a legal counsel?

How many years’ experience do you have in industrial relations & employment law?

How many years’ experience do you have in corporate & commercial law?

Supported by robust technology infrastructure and digital platforms, GDEX offers express courier service, international shipping, and warehouse fulfilment. GDEX has recently diversified into IT services and solutions. Established in 1997, GDEX is a homegrown company that has expanded regionally to Singapore, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Today, GDEX includes smart retail solutions (Xilnex), ecommerce & app development (Sweetmag), and cybersecurity solutions (Anon Security).

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Ninja Van Legal Team wishes to bring on board a commercially-savvy Legal Counsel to augment the legal team's capacity. This counsel is expected to be a self-motivated individual, pro‑active communicator and able to work in the Ninja Van Subang, Malaysia office on legal matters for Ninja Van’s business units in Malaysia and Singapore. He or she is expected to handle commercial and procurement contracts and manage and resolve disputes. Job Descriptions

Reviewing and advising on NDAs and commercial and procurement contracts in accordance with the Group Contracting Policy. Advise on and manage complex tenders. Handle and advise on disputes, litigation and arbitration with customers and suppliers. Legal research and advice on regulatory matters. Candidate is expected to work on other legal matters and support in legal department operations as assigned from time-to-time. Candidate reports to Ninja Van Group General Counsel but is expected to support the business units in Malaysia (most of the time) and Singapore. Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements Provide clear, constructive, and effective legal and business communication to internal stakeholders and external partners. Handle litigation and dispute resolution matters related to commercial issues, including managing external counsel when required. Prepare comprehensive legal advice, opinions, and business-oriented memorandums to support decision‑making. Conduct thorough legal research on commercial, corporate, and regulatory matters to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Advise on and manage ongoing commercial disputes and litigation processes to protect the company’s interests. Job Requirement

Recognised law degree from a leading university in Malaysia or a common law jurisdiction. Admission to the Malaysian Bar, or the equivalent in England & Wales, New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia, Singapore, California or New York. 5 to 8 years of legal work experience in a law firm and legal department of a reputable company. Legal work experience in logistics or e‑commerce will make the candidate stand out.

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Adecco Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Base pay range Adecco's client, a well‑established multinational company, is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal and regulatory support across its regional operations.

Responsibilities

Provide primary legal support to the global payments and remittance team on a wide range of cross‑border and domestic legal and regulatory matters.

Draft, negotiate, and review contracts; advise on new product initiatives; and monitor legal / regulatory developments impacting payments and remittances.

Partner with compliance, AML/sanctions, privacy, IP, and litigation teams to identify and mitigate regulatory risks.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (business development, finance, tax, risk, operations) across multiple jurisdictions.

Support internal review and approval processes for new strategic initiatives.

Develop, implement, and manage legal policies and procedures for the payments and remittance business.

Escalate and address issues appropriately, partnering with peers to ensure effective legal and regulatory support.

Act as a trusted legal advisor to senior management, providing practical, solutions‑oriented guidance in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or above in Law.

6‑8 years PQE with substantial experience in financial services, preferably in financial services, payments or cross‑border funds transfer.

Common law legal qualification with international law firm training preferred; prior in‑house regulatory/business experience an advantage.

Strong knowledge of financial regulatory frameworks in Asia, particularly payment regulations.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills with strong commercial acumen.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including fluency in Mandarin (spoken and written).

Desired Skills and Experience

Legal Counsel / Corporate Legal Advisory

Financial Services Law / Regulatory Compliance

Payments / E‑Wallets / Remittance Industry

Cross‑Border Transactions & Fund Transfers

Contract Drafting, Negotiation & Review

Financial Regulatory Frameworks (Asia)

Legal Risk Management & Governance

AML / Sanctions / Privacy / Data Protection

Compliance & Licensing Advisory

Intellectual Property & Commercial Law

Legal Policy Development & Implementation

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

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The Legal Counsel is responsible for the legal aspects of commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, administrative matters and other legal transactions. This role serves as an advisor to the management of Bumi Armada on corporate governance, strategic, commercial and regulatory direction from a legal perspective and works to ensure that the company’s interest is protected.

Responsibilities

Draft, negotiate and review contracts in multiple jurisdictions, including supporting commercial/project teams with tenders for new business opportunities, upstream agreements and procurement agreements.

Monitor new laws, rules and regulations affecting the company.

Advise on legal risks and mitigations.

Manage external advisers in support of Intellectual Property Portfolio and other legal disputes from time to time.

Support Operations and Contract Management teams with ongoing contracts as well as Compliance and Sustainability teams, as may be required from time to time.

Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Degree in law; admitted Malaysian Bar or admitted/called to the bar in other relevant jurisdiction.

8+ years' post qualification experience (private practice and/or in-house).

Familiar with the principles of English law.

Experienced in corporate & commercial work.

Current knowledge of oil/gas/maritime industry desirable, but not essential if can demonstrate a genuine interest in business and a desire to learn/develop.

Excellent written English and oral communication skills.

Strong team player with ability to work effectively with people at all levels.

Strong skills in managing legal services in complex high-profile situations with multiple stakeholders.

Proactive and pragmatic/problem solving approach.

Bumi Armada Berhad is a global offshore oilfield services provider with a strong presence in over 15 countries with more than 1,500 personnel from over 30 nationalities. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, we provide offshore services – Floating Production, Storage and Offloading Operations (FPSO), Floating Gas Solutions (FGS), Offshore Support Vessels (OSV) and Transport and Installation (T&I), complemented by three support units which are FPSO Sales, Technology and Development (T&D) and Projects. We are the fifth largest FPSO player in the world and an established OSV owner and operator across Asia, Africa and Latin America.

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Overview

To create an organizational approach towards legal matters including conducting legal analysis and researching legal matters. To prevent, navigate, research and resolve legal disputes through the analysis of relevant laws, argument development, evidence collection, and legal representation. Also, to advise management on relevant legal issues. To assist, review, audit and oversee the preparation and finalization of all legal documents and to identify the most important issues that need to be sorted out on priority basis. To draft, review, complete, and file memorandum, lawsuits, appeals, agreements, contracts, statements, deeds, trademarks, etc. To be actively involved in preparing and drafting different acts and legal submissions and drafting authoritative relevant legal opinions. To execute necessary precautions and measures with a specific end goal to shield the organization from any legal risks. To prepare current and future strategies to ensure proper legal implementation. To ensure all business processes, strategies, and actions comply with all relevant local, state, federal, and international laws. To maintain the organization’s legal files and ensure that the working practices are in accordance with its policies and regulations. To provide high-level administrative support, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence for executives. To prepare reports, presentations, and documentation required for legal and executive meetings. To provide advice on Credit Financing related regulatory and ensure all business processes comply with authorities. To handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. To organize and maintain legal and executive records, ensuring proper documentation and accessibility. To perform any other tasks as assigned. Responsibilities

To create an organizational approach towards legal matters including conducting legal analysis and researching legal matters. To prevent, navigate, research and resolve legal disputes through the analysis of relevant laws, argument development, evidence collection, and legal representation. Also advise management on relevant legal issues. To assist, review, audit and oversee the preparation and finalization of all legal documents and to identify the most important issues that need to be sorted out on priority basis. To draft, review, complete, and file memorandum, lawsuits, appeals, agreements, contracts, statements, deeds, trademarks, etc. To be actively involved in preparing and drafting different acts and legal submissions and drafting authoritative relevant legal opinions. To execute necessary precautions and measures with a specific end goal to shield the organization from any legal risks. To prepare current and future strategies to ensure proper legal implementation. To ensure all business processes, strategies, and actions comply with all relevant local, state, federal, and international laws. To maintain the organization’s legal files and ensure that the working practices are in accordance with its policies and regulations. To provide high-level administrative support, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence for executives. To prepare reports, presentations, and documentation required for legal and executive meetings. To provide advice on Credit Financing related regulatory and ensure all business processes comply with authorities. To handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. To organize and maintain legal and executive records, ensuring proper documentation and accessibility. To perform any other tasks as assigned. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Law or relevant field from reputed law school. Proven work experience as a Legal Advisor / Legal Counsel or a similar position in a reputed legal firm or industry with 4 to 5 years’ experience. Excellent knowledge of all the corporate law governing the state (business law, securities law, licensing, tax law, accounting, etc.) and keep updated with all the legal laws and should be able to apply them in the given situation. Knowledge of Credit Policies, Debt Collection Laws and Credit Financing will be an added advantage Good interpersonal communications skills in both verbal and written. Ability to work independently, result-oriented & self-motivated. Team oriented, proactive, flexible, and responsive to change. Highly organized, meticulous, and excellent critical thinking. Organizing and coordination skills.

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The Legal Counsel position will be part of the APAC legal team and is responsible for serving as the legal advisor to Olympus Singapore / Olympus Malaysia and its distribution network within Southeast Asia. Legal Counsel will oversee all legal matters for the company's medical and corporate businesses. This role will cover a wide range of legal matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management. The role requires a balance of legal expertise, commercial acumen, and strong stakeholder engagement, and will work closely with other APAC Legal counsels as well as external legal counsel. Key Accountabilities

Advises senior management and business unit colleagues on legal risks and best practices for commercial transactions and corporate matters. Develops and implements contract templates and associated processes to ensure efficient and effective delivery and consumption of legal services while protecting the Company's risk profile. Support the building up of a legal function against the industry benchmark and in line with the Olympus legal function vision Ensures compliance with the law and internal corporate policies. Works closely with Business, HR, Finance, Medical Affairs and Compliance colleagues to maintain strong control environment. Remains current with applicable laws and regulations impacting the relevant industries as well as the Company's activities Manage and coordinate with external counsel, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal support. Reviews, negotiates, and drafts agreements on behalf of the Company on a variety of business and transactional matters. Ensures all contracts are further the business plan of the product group and accurately reflect the business terms agreeable to senior management and consistent with the risk profile of the organization. Adopts and implements APAC Legal Department standards and best practices. Assist in facilitating and monitoring litigation on behalf of the Company, coordinating with APAC Legal Department and legal management, and assisting outside counsel retained for purposes of the particular litigation, and reporting on the progress of the litigation to management. Provides legal support to management on a variety of commercial and corporate transactional subjects to minimize legal exposure (including but not limited to advice regarding corporate governance, intellectual property, antitrust, healthcare, labor and employment, litigation, regulatory and other matters). Research legal subjects to prepare and make recommendations, including memorandum of advice to the legal management. Conducts training and education or oversees it on major legal risk areas, antitrust privacy and data protection, corporate policies, and standard operating procedures. Ensure that business units and / or functional clients maintain awareness of major developments in the laws and regulations affecting the Company's operations. Performs other duties assigned by legal management Medical device or Pharma Industry experience are beneficial Perform specific legal work tasks in APAC with the potential to develop an APAC excellence center for a specific legal area in the future. Participating in APAC/Global projects Key Requirements

5+ years of legal experience of combined law firm and in-house experience. Experience working within medical device, pharma, healthcare, or other highly regulated industry is preferred. Strong knowledge of commercial law and regulatory frameworks in Malaysia and preferably Singapore as well. General knowledge of Asia Pacific region and legal environment and landscape. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and partner effectively with business stakeholders. Self-motivated and proactive, able to manage multiple priorities and exercise good independent judgment. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across various levels and functions within an organization. Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and drive change cross an organisation. We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

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