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Contracts Lawyer - Financial Services | 3-5 PQE| MY

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Malaysia

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Law degree and legal license, 3-5 years of experience in commercial law working for financial clients, Experience with large-scale commercial contracts, Knowledge of contract negotiation and regulatory frameworks.

Key responsabilities:

  • Negotiate, review, and draft various commercial contracts
  • Analyze legal documents, suggest recommendations, maintain contract repository
  • Develop contract templates and streamline legal processes
  • Stay updated on legal developments related to financial contracts
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Star Anise (Legal and Compliance Recruitment Consultancy) Human Resources, Staffing & Recruiting TPE https://www.staranise.com.hk/
11 - 50 Employees
About Star Anise (Legal and Compliance Recruitment Consultancy)
Located in the heart of Hong Kong's Central Business District, Star Anise is a specialist legal and compliance recruitment firm like no other. Our focus is on the selection and placement of legal, compliance, and business support candidates at all levels in international law firms, financial services, and commerce and industry across Hong Kong and major financial hubs in Asia. With every mandate we work on, we are committed to delivering long-lasting, pragmatic results through our developing a deep understanding of individual and organisational goals, as well as working in close partnership with clients and candidates alike. The functions we focus on include: LEGAL: * Law firm lateral partner and team hires * General Counsels/heads of legal (in-house) * Qualified lawyers (private practice and in-house) * Claims Managers for insurers * Paralegals CORPORATE GOVERNANCE * Compliance professionals in banks and financial institutions * AML/KYC, onboarding specialists * Company secretaries * Trusts administration and relationship professionals * Forensic accountants and investigations managers BACK-OFFICE SUPPORT / SENIOR MANAGEMENT * COOs, Directors of Administration * CFOs, FCs * Human Resources staff (TA, Generalists, C&B) * BD/marketing * Legal secretaries * Administration * Reception * IT * Finance & accounting (general, pricing, strategic) * Translation Our two founders are qualified lawyers with over 30 years of legal and recruitment industry experience combined, all of whom are committed to delivering the highest standards in professional recruitment solutions. When matching a candidate with the most suitable opportunities, you can rely on our recruiters as your trusted adviser.
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Job description

MALAYSIA - Contracts Lawyer Opportunity

YUZU - Adaptable Resourcing for Modern Demands:

In response to the dynamic business landscape, Star Anise introduces YUZU Flexible Resourcing in Hong Kong and SEA, an innovative solution that enhances client services by connecting them with carefully vetted external attorneys and legal support professionals.

Primary Objective:

YUZU is actively seeking a mid-level Malaysia-based and Malaysia-qualified Commercial Lawyer with experience working in the financial services sector who is readily available to undertake upcoming client assignments. In this role, you will support our international banking clients, playing a crucial part in their banking and finance legal operations.

Some opportunities may enable the successful applicant to work remotely or in a hybrid work environment.

We welcome your interest and engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Negotiate, review, and draft a wide range of commercial and procurement contracts, including but not limited to, transaction contracts, vendor agreements, licensing agreements, and service agreements.
  • Analyze legal documents, identify risks, and provide actionable recommendations to internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain a well-organized contract repository, ensuring that all contracts comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of contract templates and legal processes to streamline contract management.
  • Stay updated about legal and regulatory developments relevant to commercial and procurement contracts in the financial sector.
  • Provide support in resolving contract-related issues, disputes, and inquiries.
  • Manage administrative tasks related to contract management, including meticulous record-keeping and efficient document retrieval.

Qualifications:

  • Law degree and a current legal license.
  • Between 3-5 years of post qualified experience as a commercial lawyer in a reputable law firm acting for financial services clients or a major financial institution 
  • Demonstrable experience of working on large scale commercial contracts or procurement contract reviews for financial institutions is essential.
  • Strong understanding of contract negotiation, regulatory frameworks, and industry best practices.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in contract management, record-keeping, and document management.
  • Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic legal environment.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a flexible work environment.

YUZU is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Required profile

Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

Hard Skills

Standard Accounting PracticesRegulatory FrameworksContract NegotiationContract Drafting

Other Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Teamwork
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