In-House Legal Counsel (MY)
Position Summary:-
The In-House Legal Counsel provides expert legal advice across various areas of law, manages legal risks, ensures compliance, and supports strategic business decisions, while collaborating effectively with internal teams and adapting to changing business and regulatory environments.
Main Responsibilities:-
Business Acumen
- Understanding the Business: A strong grasp of the industry and business model to provide relevant legal advice.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align legal recommendations with business goals.
Analytical Skills:
- Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex issues and develop practical solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Careful review of contracts, policies, and legal documents to minimize risks.
Communication Skills:
- Clear Communication: Ability to convey legal concepts to non-legal personnel.
- Negotiation Skills: Proficiency in negotiating contracts and resolving disputes effectively.
Risk Management:
- Identifying Risks: Ability to assess legal risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements and ensuring the organization adheres to them.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively with various departments and stakeholders.
- Conflict Resolution: Skills in managing and resolving internal disputes and issues.
Adaptability and Resilience:
- Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing laws, regulations, and business environments.
- Handling Pressure: Capacity to manage high-stress situations and tight deadlines.
Technology Proficiency:
- Legal Technology Tools: Familiarity with tools like contract management software, e-discovery platforms, and legal research databases.
- Cybersecurity Awareness: Understanding of data protection laws and organizational cybersecurity.
Ethical Standards:
- Integrity and Professionalism: Commitment to upholding ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Judgment: Making sound ethical decisions in ambiguous situations.
Continuous Learning:
- Staying Updated: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about legal trends and changes.
Main Requirements:-
- A law degree from an accredited institution.
- Licensing - Admission to the bar (but not a must) in the relevant jurisdiction(s).
- Specialization - Knowledge in specific areas of law relevant to the business, such as corporate law, contract law, intellectual property, employment law, and compliance.
Position Summary:-
The In-House Legal Counsel provides expert legal advice across various areas of law, manages legal risks, ensures compliance, and supports strategic business decisions, while collaborating effectively with internal teams and adapting to changing business and regulatory environments.
Main Responsibilities:-
Business Acumen
- Understanding the Business: A strong grasp of the industry and business model to provide relevant legal advice.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to align legal recommendations with business goals.
Analytical Skills:
- Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex issues and develop practical solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Careful review of contracts, policies, and legal documents to minimize risks.
Communication Skills:
- Clear Communication: Ability to convey legal concepts to non-legal personnel.
- Negotiation Skills: Proficiency in negotiating contracts and resolving disputes effectively.
Risk Management:
- Identifying Risks: Ability to assess legal risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory requirements and ensuring the organization adheres to them.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work effectively with various departments and stakeholders.
- Conflict Resolution: Skills in managing and resolving internal disputes and issues.
Adaptability and Resilience:
- Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing laws, regulations, and business environments.
- Handling Pressure: Capacity to manage high-stress situations and tight deadlines.
Technology Proficiency:
- Legal Technology Tools: Familiarity with tools like contract management software, e-discovery platforms, and legal research databases.
- Cybersecurity Awareness: Understanding of data protection laws and organizational cybersecurity.
Ethical Standards:
- Integrity and Professionalism: Commitment to upholding ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Judgment: Making sound ethical decisions in ambiguous situations.
Continuous Learning:
- Staying Updated: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about legal trends and changes.
Main Requirements:-
- A law degree from an accredited institution.
- Licensing - Admission to the bar (but not a must) in the relevant jurisdiction(s).
- Specialization - Knowledge in specific areas of law relevant to the business, such as corporate law, contract law, intellectual property, employment law, and compliance.