LIEN DAK CONSTRUCTION CO SDN BHD Hiring! Full Time Legal Assistant in Selangor, Earn up to MYR 6,000 - Ricebowl

Currently our office is located at Damansara Utama. Expected to move to Glenmarie, Shah Alam in 1st Quarter of Year 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or equivalent professional legal qualification.
• Called to the Bar and/or completion of chambering is an added advantage (not mandatory).
• 1–3 years of relevant working experience, preferably in construction, property, or corporate legal practice.
• Strong command of English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken); Mandarin is an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and vet a wide range of legal documents for the Group, subsidiaries, and associated entities, including:
• Construction contracts (main contracts, subcontracts, consultancy agreements)
• Letters of award, variation orders, and contractual correspondence
• NDAs, MOUs, and other commercial agreements
• Provide legal advice and support to internal departments on contractual, compliance, and operational matters.
• Assist in contract administration, including monitoring contractual obligations, timelines, and risk exposure.
• Handle dispute management matters, including:
• Liaising with external solicitors
• Assisting in adjudication (e.g., CIPAA), arbitration, and litigation
• Preparing documentation and case summaries
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, particularly within the construction and property development sector.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the business.
• Support corporate exercises such as due diligence, restructuring, and regulatory filings.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to engage with internal stakeholders and external parties.

Additional Information

• Exposure to construction law frameworks (e.g., PAM contracts, CIPAA) is an added advantage.
• Experience in construction claims, EOT, LAD, variation orders, and contract disputes is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with CIDB-related frameworks and standard form contracts is beneficial.
• Working knowledge of the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act 2012 (CIPAA) and dispute resolution processes (adjudication, arbitration, litigation) is advantageous.
• Experience in corporate and commercial matters, including due diligence and regulatory compliance, will be an added benefit.
• Ability to manage group-level legal matters across multiple entities.
• Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills in contract negotiation and project execution.
• Proactive, resourceful, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Willing to travel to project sites and attend meetings when required.

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person