Job Description

About the Company

Founded in the early 2000s, this Kuala Lumpur-based organization has quickly become one of the most recognized low-cost carriers in the Asia-Pacific region, connecting over 165 destinations across 25 countries. Their dedication to affordable travel has democratized air travel, opening the skies for a broader demographic. Their primary operations hub is based at a leading international airport, with secondary hubs extending their presence beyond Malaysia\'s borders.

The company operates a fleet solely composed of Airbus models, known for their operational efficiency and capacity. The focus on a single aircraft type underlines the company\'s commitment to safety and cost-effectiveness. Beyond flight services, the company has also expanded its business to various sectors, including e-commerce, logistics, food delivery, and other digital services.

With numerous awards under its belt, the company has established itself as a customer-centric organization, constantly innovating to improve service standards and enhance customer experience. Their long-term vision is to be the digital travel and lifestyle leader in the ASEAN region, offering a seamless experience for customers across a range of services.



This Company, the leading airline in the sky, is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and analytical Legal Counsel to join our exceptional team! As a Legal Counsel at This Company and its subsidiaries, your primary responsibility will be to provide professional and practical legal advice fused with commercial sense. You will also play a crucial role in ensuring compliance and governance across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Identify legal risks within the designated area and develop alternative strategies to address them.
• Ensure that legal documents accurately reflect business and commercial concerns while adhering to legal obligations.
• Proactively monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Evaluate and mitigate the business\'s exposure to legal risks.
• Efficiently resolve legacy and liability issues with legal implications.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Contribute to team efforts, future legal initiatives, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Foster a sustainable culture of change.
• Work independently while also collaborating within a virtual team to provide cross-support and guidance as needed.

• Law degree and professional legal qualification with a strong academic background.
• Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in a law firm or legal department of a medium to large international corporation.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts in simple language to non-lawyers and provide clear and concise legal advice.
• Knowledge of legal areas relevant to e-commerce and digital, including contracting and procurement.
• Ability to understand and align with business drivers and needs, drafting contracts with a thorough understanding of the business and commercial intentions.
• Strong influencing, negotiating, and facilitation skills.
• Exposure to international civil and/or common law contracts.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients at all levels and across various cultures.

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