Job Description

As a Legal Associate, you will play an integral role in the firm's legal team, supporting practice areas including litigation, debt recovery, employment, and corporate & commercial matters. Prior experience in court work and client servicing, particularly in litigation and corporate matters will be an added advantage in the role.

In addition, you will have opportunities to contribute to the firm's business and humanitarian initiatives, as well as legal aid support for marginalized communities and social causes.

Role Responsibilities:

Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, submissions, affidavits, opinions, and employment agreements. Support the Managing Partner in litigation, corporate, and employment matters, including hearings, case management, mediation, arbitration, negotiations, and client meetings. Conduct legal research and analysis to support litigation, advisory, and policy-related work. Manage case files and documentation, including evidence organization, court bundles, records, deadlines, and due diligence. Provide client and litigation support through document review, correspondence, and updates, while liaising with clients, authorities, and external counsel. Contribute to the firm's pro bono initiatives and advocacy for marginalized communities, including research and administrative support. Work collaboratively with team members to ensure high standards of legal service delivery and uphold the firm's values of professionalism and integrity.

Candidate Requirements:

A minimum of 2 years of post-qualified experience

with prior experience in general litigation and employment work, familiarity with civil and employment court processes.

Corporate and/or commercial law experience is an added advantage.

Interest or experience in business and human rights

. Keen or open to assist in legal aid or pro bono cases for the marginalized and voiceless.

Kind, humble & humanitarian-based personality

with an open-minded attitude & collaborative spirit.

Able to work independently

, with a keenness for continuous self-development through reading & research.

Possesses own transportation and willingness to travel

is required. Fluency in

spoken and written Bahasa Malaysia and English

; proficiency in Cantonese and Mandarin is advantageous. Proficiency in

G Suite &

Microsoft Office Tools

(Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); knowledge in additional work management tools is an added advantage.

Remuneration will commensurate with experience and work portfolio

.

Job Start Date: A

s soon as possible.

Please email your

CV, cover letter and a copy of your photo to Devi (devi@gmtan.biz) and Tracy (tracy@gmtan.biz) of our Team & Operations department to apply or call +603-27145456 for any questions. Shortlisted candidates will be notified for an interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM4,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Professional development
Ability to commute/relocate:

Petaling Jaya: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

What is your notice period (if any?) What makes you interested to work with us? What comes to mind when you hear the phrase "Heart-Based Lawyers"? Give us your thoughts. What is your expected salary? (in RM per month)
Work Location: In person