
Legal Counsel
- Kuala Lumpur
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including NDAs, commercial contracts, and other documentation supporting business operations.
- Conduct legal research on relevant laws and industry practice to support day-to-day advisory work and internal decision-making.
- Work closely with stakeholders to ensure contracts or projects comply with company standards and to provide strategic legal advice on business initiatives and transactions.
- Oversee litigation and dispute matters, including the selection and coordination of external counsels.
- Assist Tranglo's data protection officer in ensuring compliance with data protection laws and internal privacy policies, including conducting data protection training and supporting related activities.
- Monitor and manage trademark registrations and renewals to ensure ongoing protection of intellectual property.
- Undertake ad hoc assignments as and when required.
- Bachelor's degree in law from a recognised institution. Admission to practice is preferred but not essential.
- Minimum 3 years working experience in private practice, corporate, banking, finance and/or related payment services.
- Solid understanding of core legal principles and contract negotiation strategies, with added value for experience in governance, data protection, and privacy laws.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deliver pragmatic, business-focused legal advice.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to explain legal concepts in a layman-friendly way.
- Proactive, meticulous, and highly effective at managing time and completing priorities.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.