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We are looking for a Malaysian-based, English-speaking Junior Legal Counsel/Paralegal.
In particular, we seek someone who is self-motivated and has excellent interpersonal skills and strong business acumen who will provide relevant advisory on a wide breadth of topics.The successful candidate will report to our Founder and General Managers.
Through these interactions and in light of the types of legal services the Junior Legal Counsel/Paralegal will be providing, he/she/they will have an opportunity to learn and grow in an entrepreneurial environment.In addition to advising on contractual agreements, our Junior Legal Counsel/Paralegal may need to advise on the legal aspects of new products developed; expansion throughout Malaysia and overseas; privacy; security; and compliance.
This is a group-level role based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Your Responsibilities
Provide support to stakeholders and business units on contract and internal compliance matters
Provide assistance and support with corporate secretarial matters and administration, including drafting resolutions and managing external corporate secretarial providers
Support in reviewing and editing various contracts including lease, franchise, non-disclosure, and partnership agreements
Assist in editing and proofreading various contracts and formal correspondences
Assist in communication with external legal counsel, where necessary
Conduct legal research, reviewing, tracking and monitoring legislation that impacts the company
Provide assistance with drafting and updating internal policies
Organize and maintain legal files, records, and documents, including keeping track of expiration periods for lease agreements and the relevant terms related thereto
Administrative support for the management team including scheduling board meetings, taking minutes, assisting with claims, filing and general day-to-day support
Requirement
Bachelor's degree in law or Diploma in law
Qualified to practice law in either Malaysia and/or Singapore (preferred) with the tenacity to learn new areas of law
Minimum three to four years of experience, preferably in the space of corporate law, particularly with contract drafting, franchise agreements, lease agreements, and/or mergers and acquisitions, or with the necessary corporate experience
Passion for food and beverages ("F&B") and retail businesses and the latest developments in the space, either from an in-house or law firm background
Knowledge and understanding of law and regulations applicable to the F&B space would be a bonus
Willingness and flexibility to work with all levels of the organization, without any apprehension or self-imposed power distance
Determination and project-oriented person who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done
Strong interpersonal skills that promote teamwork and the management/fostering of relationships across departments
Giga Sports is a global lifestyle group with presence in 16 markets with over 1,000 employees, representing world-class brands such as Birkenstock, Cole Haan, MBT, and many others.
We own and operate more than 100 specialty stores and distribute to more than 12,500 points-of-sale worldwide.
Giga Sports Sdn Bhd was established in 2006 as an international lifestyle and sporting goods distributor company with growing business in Malaysia.
We are expanding and we seek talents passionate about sports, dynamic, outgoing, and enthusiastic individuals to be a part of our family.
Perks and Benefits
Medical
Miscellaneous allowance
Parking
Hospitalization Insurance
Birthday Voucher
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