SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL

Job Description

Serve as a trusted legal advisor to CelcomDigi's Technology and Industry functions, providing strategic and commercially focused legal counsel on technology, infrastructure, telecommunications regulation, industry initiatives and procurement. Support business objectives through effective risk management, legal interpretation of regulatory frameworks, and legal support for industry collaborations and national projects.

As a senior member of the Legal Division, contribute to leadership, capability development, and the continuous enhancement of legal service delivery.

Responsibilities

Strategic Legal Advisory

• Provide strategic legal advice on technology, network, infrastructure, procurement, and industry-related matters.
• Draft, review, and advise on commercial, technology, infrastructure, procurement, and industry agreements, including legal, regulatory, and contractual risk assessment.
• Advise stakeholders on legal risks, contractual rights and obligations, and appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Deliver practical and commercially sound legal solutions that support business objectives while safeguarding CelcomDigi's interests.

Telecommunications & Industry Regulatory Support

• Advise on the interpretation and application of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, regulatory instruments, industry codes, and telecommunications frameworks.
• Lead legal support for regulated access arrangements, access agreements, and industry collaboration initiatives.
• Provide legal input on public consultation papers, regulatory proposals, determinations, and industry positions.
• Support and advise on MCMC-led initiatives, national telecommunications projects, and industry collaborations.
• Support industry engagements and negotiations with telecommunications operators, industry bodies, and strategic partners, balancing legal, commercial, and strategic considerations.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise on their impact on the business.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build trusted relationships with business, technical, regulatory, and industry stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop junior team members through coaching, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Manage external counsel to ensure high-quality and cost-effective legal support.
• Support the HOS/HOD on strategic matters, departmental priorities, and capability-building initiatives.

Requirements

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinking and strong commercial acumen.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to navigate complex industry collaborations and negotiations involving competing telecommunications operators.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage complex matters with minimal supervision.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and accountable.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capability.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent.
• Admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya.
• 8-12 years' post-qualification experience, preferably in telecommunications, technology, infrastructure, or other regulated industries.
• Experience advising on complex commercial arrangements, telecommunications regulation, regulated access frameworks, and industry-wide initiatives.

TECHNICAL & BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong knowledge of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and the Malaysian telecommunications regulatory framework.
• Advanced contract drafting, review, and legal advisory skills.
• Sound legal and regulatory risk assessment capability.
• Effective communication, negotiation support, and stakeholder management skills.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, and ownership.