Legal Counsel, Senior Executive

Summary

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented legal professional to provide comprehensive legal support to  Zurich Insurance and Takaful entities in Malaysia.

You will play a key role in managing commercial legal issues, insurance-business related matters, and supporting the companies’ strategic initiative. Experience working within the Insurance/Takaful Industry is a distinct advantage. Sound insurance product knowledge and knowledge of the Financial Services Act 2013/ Islamic Financial Services Act 2013 will also be highly valued.

What You'Ll Be Doing:

• Provide thorough legal review, drafting and negotiating on a wide variety of commercial contracts, non-disclosure agreements, terms and conditions, and other binding documents to ensure all business dealings are legally sound and advise on effective mitigation strategies to protect organizational interests.
• Collaborate closely cross-functionally to negotiate agreements to align with both business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Support insurance and takaful product development and product collaterals review.
• Advising on day-to-day legal matters, and ensuring alignment with Zurich’s standards.
• Participate in company projects as assigned, contributing your expertise to broader business initiatives.
• Support initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of legal department operations, including optimizing technology solutions to achieve the same.

What We Look For:

• Experience in commercial contract review and negotiation, ideally within an in-house environment
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing to translate technical legal language into accessible advice for colleagues at every level.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and legal drafting proficiency
• Capable of working independently while managing multiple priorities
• Agile and adapt well to change, simplifies, takes ownership and embraces learning.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

Qualification/ Experience

Education            : Degree in Law

Experience          : Minimum 3 years within an in-house legal department. Experience with Insurance / Takaful Industry is preferred.  

At Zurich we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity and Inclusion. We want you to bring your whole self to work we have a diverse mix of customers, and we want our employee base to reflect that.

Our diversity and inclusion initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of protected characteristics.

With the above in mind, we accept applications from everyone regardless of your background, beliefs, or culture.
We are committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. Zurich is passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity.

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

You are the heart & soul of Zurich! 

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step. We’re proud to have earned Great Place To Work® Certification™. Our company culture is our top priority! #GPTWcertified

Let’s continue to grow together!

• Location(s): MY - Kuala Lumpur
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Jesreena Kaur