Job Description

The Legal Manager will play a significant role in managing and overseeing all range of legal matters, ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.Provide legal support on a range of commercial contracts including trading, sales, and distribution agreements. Ensure risk mitigation through sound legal advice. Maintain and update standard contract templates and support compliance with internal policies and external regulations. * Manage the organization's Intellectual Property portfolio including filings, renewals, enforcement, and disputes. Collaborate with business units to develop IP strategies. Oversee external counsel on clearance searches, prosecution, and contentious matters. Draft and review IP-related agreements such as NDAs and licenses.Oversee litigation and arbitration cases, manage timelines and budgets, and coordinate with external counsel. Advise on settlement strategies in collaboration with relevant business units.Advise on corporate governance, licensing, regulatory compliance, and cross-border issues. Support regulatory filings and assist in responding to investigations or enforcement actions.Prepare and review board resolutions, meeting minutes, and statutory filings. Liaise with company secretaries to ensure compliance with corporate requirements and maintain statutory records.Drive awareness of legal policies, deliver internal training, and lead or support legal department initiatives. Handle ad hoc legal matters and special projects as needed.A market leading organizationCareer progression and opportunity to growPossesses a Law degree from a reputable university and admission to the Malaysian Bar or another Commonwealth jurisdiction.Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), gained from a reputable international law firm or in-house role within a multinational corporation.Strong grounding in IP law, commercial contracts, litigation, and regulatory compliance.Excellent negotiation and communication skills.Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and manage external relationshipsMichael Page Malaysia is partnering with a leading FMCG company to recruit a high-calibre Legal Manager to join their dynamic legal team. With a strong presence in Malaysia and within the region, it is known for its commitment to excellence and adherence to global standards.

• Opportunity to work in a large organization that adheres to global standards.
• Exposure to a diverse range of legal matters in the FMCG industry.
• Opportunity to influence and shape the organization's legal policies and procedures.

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