Attend meetings and discussions with the Management, relevant authorities, external lawyers, vendors and bankers to discuss, resolve or finalise any issues.
Provide necessary legal advice and support to the Management and internal divisions / departments / units to ensure legal and other issues are resolved effectively and efficiently.
Prepare and / or review draft contracts, agreements, Memorandum of Understandings, letters, policies, procedures (internal & external) and all other legal documents for internal & external parties.
Conduct legal research and keep abreast with development and updates in relevant laws and regulations applicable to the business.
Liaise and coordinate with external lawyers and stakeholders related to legal services and other matters.
Conduct and coordinate legal training to internal and external parties.
To prepare the relevant legal templates to be adopted by the relevant parties. This includes agreements in relation to construction, sales, outsourcing partners, service agreements, etc.
Continuously review the PR1MA Act 2012 to ensure the processes are available and in order.
To ensure all legal appointment are done in a timely manner and within the budgeted or approved costs.
To coordinate / supervise any litigation action against or for the Company.
Provide assistance in risk or any corporate governance related areas.
Attend to all other general legal duties.
Other ad-hoc duties assigned by superior from time to time.
Requirements:
LLB undergraduate Degree. A Masters Degree will be an added advantage.
Possess 5 years of legal experience ideally in a construction and property organisation or from a reputable law firm, with a proven track record in drafting of legal documents.
Possess knowledge of regulatory law and legal aspects of construction and property development industry.
Good interpersonal skills especially in dealing with stakeholders, authorities, etc.
Good communications skills – written and spoken.
Initiative, results driven and able to work independently.
Team player with ability to multi-task.
Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Possess the right mind set of getting things done and positive attitude to commit and grow with the organisation.
