Job Description
Our client is seeking a legal counsel to support Antom business operations (in particular the growth initiatives). The role is based in Kuala Lumpur and will primarily support an innovative team that engages in projects with merchant, channels and other partners to increase traffic and engagement.

This role supports projects and initiatives of the business unit globally, working side-by-side with a creative team in a dynamic and challenging environment, to support the development and roll-out of novel products or initiatives. The successful candidate should be a sensible advisor and partner to Business and senior management, allowing them to make informed decisions based on risk-based approach and other overarching corporate policies.

Job scope
1) Drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts relating to SaaS services, marketing services, advertising and distribution services, framework arrangements, procurement and other collaborations
2) Provide legal support and advice to the international business team on a wide variety of cross-border regulatory matters, including conducting legal analysis on new product initiatives and working closely with compliance, AML and privacy team to ensure regulatory risks are properly managed.
3) Working closely with legal experts from various jurisdictions and multiple disciplines, including financial regulatory, data privacy, intellectual property, tax, etc.
4) Supporting the internal review and approval processes for new initiatives.
5) Keeping abreast of changes in laws and regulations related to payment services, financial services and contracts, and providing updates to the legal team and internal stakeholders.
6) Support legaltech initiatives including creation of standard form documents for automation, adding to regulatory knowhow database etc.
7) Managing external legal counsel as needed in an effective and efficient manner.
8) Escalating issues, as appropriate, and partnering collaboratively with other team members to support the business.

Job Requirements
- Bachelor or above degree in law.
- 2 to 6 years PQE (post qualification experience).
- Preferred: top-tiered local international law firm training and/or inhouse experience in fintech, banking or other financial or technology businesses.
- Strong understanding of contract law, payments regulations, and related legal principles. Relevant experience in e-commerce, payments, finance or technology industry would be viewed favourably.
- Excellent technical, drafting, negotiation and analytical skills coupled with practical commercial acumen.
- Must be a team-player, highly motivated self-starter and eager learner with excellent project management skills.
- Demonstrable advocacy and oral and written communication skills, including the ability to influence different business functions.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Full working proficiency in both English and/or Mandarin will be an advantage.

This position is only open to Malaysian citizens.