Legal Counsel

ABOUT US

At Teleport, we're the #1 logistics service provider in ASEAN, and we're all about making logistics simple, human, and quick, shaking up the industry across Southeast Asia. Our mission? To move things across Southeast Asia better than anyone else. We are driven by our values: Move with urgency—because time is crucial; Aim to pioneer—constantly innovating to stay ahead; Do it with intent—delivering with purpose and precision; and Keep it real—maintaining authenticity and transparency in all we do.

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SALARY RANGE : RM4,500 - RM6,000

A DAY IN A LIFE

As a start up, you can expect your days to be pretty varied. Multitasking is normal, and sometimes, your skills or natural talents will be leveraged to support other business priorities. That said, the bulk of your working hours should involve you having to:

• Drafting and reviewing various agreements and legal documentation including operational agreements, commercial agreements, procurement purchases, tenancy agreements, and corporate transactions agreements;
• Provide practical legal advice for the company operations and business arrangements;
• Provide advice regarding any dispute resolution matters, regulatory or compliance matters, licensing considerations, corporate structures, etc.;
• Liaising and managing external counsels as and when required;
• Identify best practice contract structures, templates and samples we can reference;
• Manage internal governance document reviews, such as board papers, contract checklists, or related-party documents;
• Monitor any updates on the laws and regulations relevant to the business
• Prepare legal updates and conduct training and workshops for all employees with respect to Legal SOPs and legal requirements of the law ;
• Liaising and dealing with any government agencies and regulatory bodies; and
• Support other functions or teams in the day-to-day operations of the Company.

SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of Malaysia corporate and commercial legal background. General knowledge of company secretarial matters is an advantage. Understanding data protection is a plus but not compulsory.
• Fluency in reading, writing, drafting documents and communication skills in English is essential. Fluency in other Asian languages is an advantage.
• Critical knowledge and skills, including software applications etc : High Computer proficiency: Google Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and calendar software; contract management database experience.
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and initiate things with minimum supervision.
• The ability to build trust and respect with other team members across multiple geographies as required.
• Experience or ability in handling and responding effectively to issues arising in the fast-paced environment is required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Possess a valid and recognized legal degree from a reputable university and qualified to practice law in Malaysia.
• Minimum 3 - 7 years general commercial experience with a regional company, or major national or international law firm.
• Having experience in the transportation or logistics industry is a plus but not compulsory.
• Experienced in commercial/transactional negotiations, particularly in cross-cultural, cross-border and multi-jurisdictional transactions.

At Teleport, we’re all about creating a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels valued. We believe that different perspectives make us stronger and help us do logistics better across Southeast Asia. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate what makes each of us unique. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!