RDS Partnership Hiring! Full Time Associate in Perlis - Ricebowl

Company Description RDS Partnership is an award-winning, full-service commercial law firm whose partners are consistently ranked among Malaysia’s leading lawyers by Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500, Benchmark Litigation, and Asian Legal Business. The firm is committed to high standards of integrity, morality, and performance-driven excellence, with a strong focus on customised legal services and the use of legal technology and innovation. RDS Partnership prioritises nurturing talent and fostering a respectful, collaborative work environment. Its lawyers have deep industry knowledge and a strong understanding of business processes and commercial issues. The firm’s wide range of practice areas includes banking and finance, capital markets, civil and commercial disputes, corporate fraud, construction and arbitration, employment, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, tax, and many other specialist fields.

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Associate role based in Georgetown. The Associate will support partners and senior lawyers in drafting and reviewing legal documents, preparing opinions, and conducting legal research across the firm’s key practice areas. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing case files, assisting with transaction structuring and attending client meetings as required.The role also involves staying current with legal developments, contributing to internal initiatives, and upholding the firm’s standards of professionalism and client service.

Qualifications

• Recognised law degree and valid admission to practice (or eligibility for admission) in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Comfort working across diverse practice areas such as conveyancing, corporate and commercial work, banking and finance, or other related fields.
• Professional interpersonal skills, including client-facing communication, teamwork, and the ability to collaborate across levels of seniority.
• Proficiency in common office and legal technology tools; openness to adopting new legal tech and digital workflows.
• High level of integrity, ethical judgment, and commitment to confidentiality and professional standards.
• Prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment is an advantage, but strong early-career candidates are also encouraged to apply.