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Legal, Counsel

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Company

SD Guthrie (formerly known as Sime Darby Plantation)

location

Malaysia : Selangor

Ara Damansara, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

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About Us

SD Guthrie Berhad (SD Guthrie) is one of the world’s leading producers of Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO), representing approximately 12% of the global market share (as of 31 December 2022). With over 84,000 employees across 12 countries, we pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Our operations span the entire palm oil value chain, and we are expanding into new business verticals such as green industrial parks and renewable energy. We offer enriching career opportunities supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to sustainability. We are the world’s first palm oil company to have our net-zero GHG emissions reduction targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Join us today, as we continue to Unlock Nature's Superpowers!

Your Mission

  • Draft, review, negotiate and advise on contracts/legal documentations for transactions and operational matters of SD Guthrie Berhad group of companies, in particular, downstream operation
  • Interpret, analyse, identify, apply and resolve issues arising under the law and regulatory requirements
  • Providing updates on laws/regulatory matters that affect SD Guthrie Berhad group of companies, both local and overseas.
  • Responsible for providing guidance and legal advice to internal stakeholders of SD Guthrie Berhad group of companies, both local and overseas, as and when the need arises.
  • Liaising and coordinating with external solicitors on all matters involving SD Guthrie Berhad group of companies, both local and overseas, as and when required.
  • Build and maintain a good business relationship with all the various internal and external stakeholders to safeguard the interest of SD Guthrie group of companies
  • Coach and motivate legal team to ensure high performance and delivery
  • To perform and carry out any other responsibilities as and when required by the superior on legal matters involving SD Guthrie Berhad group of companies, both local and overseas.

Job Requirement

Ideal Candidate

  • Degree in Law (LLB), Certificate of Legal Practice (CLP)
  • At least 10 years as an practicing lawyer and/or in-house legal counsel in a listed company/multi-national corporation
  • Experience in plantation industry and financing transactions will be an added advantage

Why Join Us?

  • Flexible Benefits Coverage
  • Hybrid Workplace
  • Learning on Demand
  • Employee Wellness Programme
  • Employee Engagement Activities
  • Fully Subsidised Sports Clubs
  • Education Assistance (terms & conditions apply)
  • Free Parking
  • Free Shuttle Service from nearest LRT
  • and many more...

Minimum Year of Working Experience

> 10 Years

Minimum Qualification

Not Specified

Minimum Grade

Not Specified

Field Of Study

Law

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