JOB PURPOSE:
The Legal & Compliance Manager is responsible for supporting the company's legal and compliance functions by ensuring adherence to legal standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
This role involves providing legal advice, managing compliance programs, and assisting in the development and implementation of corporate governance practices.
The Legal & Compliance Manager plays a key role in protecting the organization's legal interests and ensuring its operations are conducted within the boundaries of the law.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Assist Head of Group Legal and Compliance on all legal affairs & corporate matters for Citaglobal and its group of companies, including contract management and end-to-end management of all agreements and contracts related to Citaglobal group of companies' business activities.
Provide legal counsel to the Board of Directors, Executive Chairman, Group CEO, and respective Citaglobal company's CEOs, COOs, and other senior management.
Manage and analyze complex legal risks and opportunities on various Malaysian laws, including but not limited to contract law, company law, competition law, anti-corruption law, personal data law, intellectual property law, property/land law, and environmental law.
Conduct legal watch and ensure comprehensive and ongoing knowledge of emerging trends and subjects that may impact the company's businesses.
Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk and develop/implement corrective action plans.
Handle litigation matters, understand and advise on local corporate law requirements, and advocate strong internal governance.
Ensure collaborative objectives are achieved with various internal stakeholders in relation to internal audit, internal control, risk management, process improvement, and efficiency.
Draft and vet legal documents and participate in contract negotiations, addressing legal aspects of business and corporate exercises.
Provide advice and oversee good governance processes in regulatory counsel-related matters.
JOB SPECIFICATION:
Qualification:
Possess a Degree in Law (Hons) from a recognized University with at least ten (10) years of experience in litigation management and/or admitted to the Malaysia Bar.
Conversant in M&A, construction, energy, and financing contracts.
Knowledgeable about the Companies Act 1965, Bursa Malaysia listing requirements, and other relevant rules and regulations.
Experience & Knowledge:
Understanding of technical knowledge in civil & structure, oil & gas, manufacturing business requirements, and/or government-linked companies is an added advantage.
Business acumen, ability to multitask, and experience in handling complex projects as well as leading junior counsels.
Solution-oriented and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Sound knowledge in law of contracts, tort, commercial law, company law, and legal recovery procedures.
Skills:
Good organizational skills.
Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a team while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Ability to multitask and prioritize workload with attention to detail.
Possess good work ethics and able to work independently.
Adaptable and a team player.
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