Senior Legal Associate
(Corporate & Commercial)
Shah Alam, Malaysia (2026)
Role Overview & Learning Path
Your growth trajectory as a Corporate & Commercial legal architect.
Are you a commercially-driven lawyer eager to dive into high-stakes Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and bespoke joint ventures, but looking for a firm that actively mentors you rather than leaving you to sink or swim? Fareez Law is expanding our Corporate & Commercial practice in Shah Alam, and we are looking for a dedicated Senior Legal Associate ready to elevate their craft.
This role is designed as a masterclass in strategic legal architecture. We do not expect you to know everything on day one. Instead, we offer a supportive, highly collaborative environment where you will transition from routine boilerplate drafting into engineering commercially viable legal frameworks. Backed by modern legal technology and senior partners who are invested in your growth, you will be given the tools to refine your expertise and build a sustainable, rewarding career.
What Will You Learn & Master?
- Master Strategic M&A: Learn to seamlessly architect Share Sale Agreements (SSAs) and manage the entire lifecycle of equity acquisitions alongside experienced partners.
- Deepen Governance Expertise: Develop a commanding knowledge of director fiduciary duties, the Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG), and complex solvency declarations under the Companies Act 2016.
- Craft Bespoke Joint Ventures: Elevate your drafting skills by building robust, commercially viable Joint Venture Agreements (JVAs) and negotiating critical limitation of liability clauses.
- Expand Regulatory Acumen: Gain invaluable hands-on experience navigating the frameworks of the Securities Commission (SC), SSM, and LHDN without the pressure of figuring it all out alone.
A Modern Approach to Legal Practice
We know that the Malaysian corporate legal landscape can be intense, but we firmly believe that world-class deal-making does not require sacrificing your life outside the office. Fareez Law is built on the integration of mentorship, fair remuneration, and leveraging technology to make practice truly sustainable.
- Technology-Enabled Workflows: We utilize advanced legal AI and automated drafting tools. You will learn to use these systems to eliminate administrative friction so you can focus on high-value legal strategy.
- Flexible Working & WFH Policy: We offer generous hybrid working arrangements and flexible hours. We measure success by your professional growth and client outcomes, not by the hours you sit at your desk.
- Unlimited Leave Policy: We trust our professionals to manage their portfolios responsibly, which is why we offer unlimited leave to ensure you rest, recover, and avoid burnout.
- Fair Remuneration & Insurance: Enjoy an above-market base salary, transparent performance bonuses, and a comprehensive medical insurance subsidy for you and your dependents.
Statutory & Practice Exposure
As you grow into this role, you will become deeply familiar with core Malaysian statutory frameworks. Below is a snapshot of the primary legal mechanisms you will master to deliver exceptional value to our clients:
| Practice Area | Statutory Anchor | Key Learning & Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Mergers & Acquisitions | Contracts Act 1950 / CA 2016 | Structuring Share Sale Agreements (SSAs) & Legal Due Diligence |
| Corporate Governance | CA 2016 (Sec 113, 211-213) | Board Advisory, Fiduciary Duties & Solvency Declarations |
| Commercial Contracts | Contracts Act 1950 (Sec 74-75) | Joint Venture Agreements (JVAs) & Risk Allocation Strategies |
| Corporate Restructuring | CA 2016 (Sec 392-430) | Understanding Judicial Management (JM) & Capital Restructuring |
Who We Are Looking For
We are searching for a candidate with strong foundational legal skills and a hunger to solve complex commercial puzzles. You don't need to be perfect; you just need a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
- Experience: Ideally 4 to 7 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in Corporate or Commercial practice. (If you fall slightly outside this range but possess a deep passion for corporate law and a track record of fast learning, we warmly invite you to apply).
- Mindset: A willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate within a team setting. We value curiosity just as much as current knowledge.
- Communication: Clear, concise, and commercially aware communication in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.
Clear Career Milestones to Partnership
Career progression at Fareez Law is not an obscure waiting game. We provide clear, transparent, merit-based milestones. You will always know exactly what is required to advance your career with us.
| Career Stage | Primary Focus | Progression Milestone |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Associate | Deepening legal knowledge, mastering deal execution, and honing advisory skills. | Consistent quality in drafting, statutory navigation & growing independence. |
| Junior Partner | Portfolio management, client relationship building, and team leadership. | Demonstrated business development & guiding junior team members. |
| Equity Partner | Firm-wide strategic stewardship and market leadership in corporate practice. | Sustained practice growth & active firm governance. |
If you are ready to elevate your legal career with a firm that genuinely invests in your professional learning and personal well-being, we would love to speak with you.
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