Employment Associate
Reference:
20250860
Date Published:
10 March 2025
Job Type:
Lawyer
Job Location:
KUALA LUMPUR, WILAYAH PERSEKUTUAN KUALA LUMPUR
Employer:
Donovan & Ho15-2, Oval Damansara, No. 685, Jalan Damansara, 60000
KUALA LUMPUR WILAYAH PERSEKUTUAN KUALA LUMPUR
Malaysia
Tel: 0328569728
Job Description:
About the Role – Employment Associate
We are looking for a dedicated lawyer to join our employment practice group, reporting directly to Donovan Cheah. In this role, you will work closely with our clients, providing strategic and practical advice on a wide range of employment law matters.
Key Responsibilities :-
• Representing employers in unfair dismissal claims at the
Industrial Court, as well as handling related appeals and judicial reviews.
• Representing employers in other types of employment disputes, including civil claims.
• Providing pre-dispute advisory, including:
o Workforce downsizing, restructuring, and reorganization exercises.
o Dismissal management for misconduct or poor performance, including advising on domestic inquiries and
performance improvement plans.
o Advising on allegations of constructive dismissal.
• Reviewing and drafting employment-related documents, such as employment agreements, handbooks, policies, procedures, and correspondence.
• Advising on day-to-day HR and employment law issues, ensuring compliance and best practices.
Why Join Us?
Join an employment law team recognized by The Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, and Asialaw. We take pride in delivering practical, strategic, and business-savvy solutions to our clients, and we expect every team member to uphold these standards.
This role is litigation-focused, but you will also gain valuable experience in advisory and non-contentious employment matters. Our client portfolio offers exposure to diverse cases.
Beyond the work itself, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that thrives in a positive, culture.
If you are passionate about employment law, eager to take on meaningful work, and want to grow in a dynamic and client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for a dedicated lawyer to join our employment practice group, reporting directly to Donovan Cheah. In this role, you will work closely with our clients, providing strategic and practical advice on a wide range of employment law matters.
Key Responsibilities :-
• Representing employers in unfair dismissal claims at the
Industrial Court, as well as handling related appeals and judicial reviews.
• Representing employers in other types of employment disputes, including civil claims.
• Providing pre-dispute advisory, including:
o Workforce downsizing, restructuring, and reorganization exercises.
o Dismissal management for misconduct or poor performance, including advising on domestic inquiries and
performance improvement plans.
o Advising on allegations of constructive dismissal.
• Reviewing and drafting employment-related documents, such as employment agreements, handbooks, policies, procedures, and correspondence.
• Advising on day-to-day HR and employment law issues, ensuring compliance and best practices.
Why Join Us?
Join an employment law team recognized by The Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, and Asialaw. We take pride in delivering practical, strategic, and business-savvy solutions to our clients, and we expect every team member to uphold these standards.
This role is litigation-focused, but you will also gain valuable experience in advisory and non-contentious employment matters. Our client portfolio offers exposure to diverse cases.
Beyond the work itself, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that thrives in a positive, culture.
If you are passionate about employment law, eager to take on meaningful work, and want to grow in a dynamic and client-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Requirements :-
• Advocate and solicitor of the High Court of Malaya
• 1-2 years of uninterrupted legal practice in employment law.
• Must have experience in employment litigation, ie: representing employers at Industrial Court and/or the Labour Court, or appearing before the civil courts for employment related civil claims, appeals and/or judicial review. If shortlisted, you are expected to demonstrate this experience and showcase your technical knowledge of employment law during the interview.
• Must have experience in dealing with clients from diverse backgrounds including start-ups, small-medium enterprises and multinational corporations.
• Strong command of English, with the ability to write concisely and with clarity. You may be asked to show a sample of your work product.
• Key attributes we value:
o High emotional intelligence (EQ)
o Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
o Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
o Positive attitude and ability to work independently
o Open to feedback and committed to continuous growth and improvement
o Ability to anticipate the needs of others
Salary and Benefits :-
• Up to RM6,500 basic salary depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications
• Parking allowance
• Group insurance coverage upon confirmation
• Performance based discretionary bonus
• Additional incentives and bonuses for exceptional contributions
• Business development bonus
• Flexible work arrangements (minimum 2 days in office per week)
• Additional benefits and allowances with seniority, as part of career progression
• Advocate and solicitor of the High Court of Malaya
• 1-2 years of uninterrupted legal practice in employment law.
• Must have experience in employment litigation, ie: representing employers at Industrial Court and/or the Labour Court, or appearing before the civil courts for employment related civil claims, appeals and/or judicial review. If shortlisted, you are expected to demonstrate this experience and showcase your technical knowledge of employment law during the interview.
• Must have experience in dealing with clients from diverse backgrounds including start-ups, small-medium enterprises and multinational corporations.
• Strong command of English, with the ability to write concisely and with clarity. You may be asked to show a sample of your work product.
• Key attributes we value:
o High emotional intelligence (EQ)
o Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
o Proactive and solution-oriented mindset
o Positive attitude and ability to work independently
o Open to feedback and committed to continuous growth and improvement
o Ability to anticipate the needs of others
Salary and Benefits :-
• Up to RM6,500 basic salary depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications
• Parking allowance
• Group insurance coverage upon confirmation
• Performance based discretionary bonus
• Additional incentives and bonuses for exceptional contributions
• Business development bonus
• Flexible work arrangements (minimum 2 days in office per week)
• Additional benefits and allowances with seniority, as part of career progression
Job Start Date:
10 March 2025
Application Closing Date:
17 March 2025
How to Apply:
Application Instructions
Interested applicants can send their cover letter and CVs to donovan@dnh.com.my with the subject "APPLICATION - EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE"
Applications must comply with our firm's application requirements:-https://dnh.com.my/careers/application-requirements/
Interested applicants can send their cover letter and CVs to donovan@dnh.com.my with the subject "APPLICATION - EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE"
Applications must comply with our firm's application requirements:-https://dnh.com.my/careers/application-requirements/