1. Legal Associate (PQE 1-6) - Corporate & Commercial
2. Legal Associate (PQE 4-5) - Intellectual Property
Reference:
20254124
Date Published:
24 November 2025
Job Type:
Lawyer
Job Location:
PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR
Employer:
MahWengKwai & AssociatesJalan PJU 1/39, Dataran Prima
Level 10-1, Tower B, Menara Prima
PETALING JAYA SELANGOR
Malaysia
Tel: 0378872702
Job Description:
1. Legal Associate - 1 position (PQE 1-6) - Corporate & Commercial
*Draft, review and amend a broad range of corporate and commercial documents, including share purchase agreements, *shareholders’ agreements, joint venture agreements, and other transactional documentation.
*Advise clients on corporate structures, regulatory compliance, and governance matters.
*Assist in due diligence exercises, transaction management, and deal execution for M&A and other corporate transactions.
*Prepare and negotiate commercial contracts, such as supply, distribution, licensing, and services agreements.
*Support partner and team members in managing client relationships and delivering high-quality, timely legal solutions.
*Conduct legal research and provide written opinions on corporate and commercial law matters.
*Good knowledge of the Companies Act 2016, securities regulations, and related Malaysian corporate laws.
2. Legal Associate - 1 position (PQE 4-5) - Intellectual Property
*Experienced in Intellectual Property matters including trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and copyrights.
*Provide strategic counsel and act as a primary point of contact for clients on IP matters.
*Manage a portfolio of IP files efficiently, including filings, prosecution and enforcement.
*Draft, review and negotiate a variety of IP-related agreements (eg: licensing agreements, joint ventures, commercial arrangements).
*Lead and manage IP disputes, including litigation, mediation, arbitration and settlement negotiations.
*Keep abreast of developments in IP law and industry trends, to deliver innovative solutions.
*Mentor and guide junior associates and support staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
*Actively contribute to the firm’s business development through thought leadership, client engagement and industry participation.
*Draft, review and amend a broad range of corporate and commercial documents, including share purchase agreements, *shareholders’ agreements, joint venture agreements, and other transactional documentation.
*Advise clients on corporate structures, regulatory compliance, and governance matters.
*Assist in due diligence exercises, transaction management, and deal execution for M&A and other corporate transactions.
*Prepare and negotiate commercial contracts, such as supply, distribution, licensing, and services agreements.
*Support partner and team members in managing client relationships and delivering high-quality, timely legal solutions.
*Conduct legal research and provide written opinions on corporate and commercial law matters.
*Good knowledge of the Companies Act 2016, securities regulations, and related Malaysian corporate laws.
2. Legal Associate - 1 position (PQE 4-5) - Intellectual Property
*Experienced in Intellectual Property matters including trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and copyrights.
*Provide strategic counsel and act as a primary point of contact for clients on IP matters.
*Manage a portfolio of IP files efficiently, including filings, prosecution and enforcement.
*Draft, review and negotiate a variety of IP-related agreements (eg: licensing agreements, joint ventures, commercial arrangements).
*Lead and manage IP disputes, including litigation, mediation, arbitration and settlement negotiations.
*Keep abreast of developments in IP law and industry trends, to deliver innovative solutions.
*Mentor and guide junior associates and support staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
*Actively contribute to the firm’s business development through thought leadership, client engagement and industry participation.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* Minimum CGPA of 3.40 or an Upper Second-Class LLB degree.
* Valid Practising Certificate issued by the Malaysian Bar.
* Proficiency in Mandarin or Tamil, both spoken and written, will be an advantage.
*A proactive, detail-oriented and team-oriented individual with strong communication skills and commercial awareness
* Valid Practising Certificate issued by the Malaysian Bar.
* Proficiency in Mandarin or Tamil, both spoken and written, will be an advantage.
*A proactive, detail-oriented and team-oriented individual with strong communication skills and commercial awareness
Overview of Organisation:
MahWengKwai & Associates is constantly looking for bright and highly motivated individuals with strong academic credentials and solid work ethics to join our team. We believe in nurturing and grooming future leaders of our firm. Learning and growing together, we continue to improve our standards to serve clients even better.
Our people are our most valuable asset. We are a progressive firm that offers an attractive remuneration package, exciting work, learning and growth opportunities with social values our people relate to and respect. We recognize and appreciate the work of our lawyers and staff and are constantly looking for ways to improve our working environment.
Our vision is to be a law firm trusted for its integrity, both locally and internationally.
Our focus in today’s challenging business environment is on professional service to clients, knowledge management and reliable information systems.
We have built a work culture based on the foundation of mutual respect among all members of our firm. A warm and friendly environment enables us to foster a dynamic team geared towards bringing out the best of each other’s potential. We also take pride in practicing a balanced work-life culture for our people’s well- being.
As a team, our core values are integrity and justice; professional solutions; love and respect for one another; continuous improvement; and profitable and sustainable growth.
* Office at Prima Avenue, Dataran Prima, PJ (near Kelana Jaya LRT)
* 5 days a week, Mon-Fri (9am-6pm)
* 18 days leave entitlement
* Career growth prospects and continuous learning & development
* Great Place to Work programs including an online treasure hunt, movie, bowling outings, annual firm
trips, etc.
Our people are our most valuable asset. We are a progressive firm that offers an attractive remuneration package, exciting work, learning and growth opportunities with social values our people relate to and respect. We recognize and appreciate the work of our lawyers and staff and are constantly looking for ways to improve our working environment.
Our vision is to be a law firm trusted for its integrity, both locally and internationally.
Our focus in today’s challenging business environment is on professional service to clients, knowledge management and reliable information systems.
We have built a work culture based on the foundation of mutual respect among all members of our firm. A warm and friendly environment enables us to foster a dynamic team geared towards bringing out the best of each other’s potential. We also take pride in practicing a balanced work-life culture for our people’s well- being.
As a team, our core values are integrity and justice; professional solutions; love and respect for one another; continuous improvement; and profitable and sustainable growth.
* Office at Prima Avenue, Dataran Prima, PJ (near Kelana Jaya LRT)
* 5 days a week, Mon-Fri (9am-6pm)
* 18 days leave entitlement
* Career growth prospects and continuous learning & development
* Great Place to Work programs including an online treasure hunt, movie, bowling outings, annual firm
trips, etc.
How to Apply:
Apply online at http://www.mahwengkwai.com/job-application-form/ or email us at hr@mahwengkwai.com
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