Legal Counsel

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Job Description:

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on contracts/legal documentations for transactions and operational matters of SD Guthrie 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.

Requirements:

• Degree in Law (LLB), Certificate of Legal Practice (CLP).
• At least 10 years as a 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.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.

SD Guthrie International (SDGI) produces edible oils, palm oil-based biodiesel, nutraceuticals and other palm oil derivatives for the global market. Driven by a philosophy of “Realising possibilities, together”, SDGI collaborates closely with customers to develop bespoke solutions, including superior refined oils and fats that are tailor-made to their needs.

SDGI owns and manages 11 refineries with a total capacity of 4 million metric ton (MT) per year and a total bulking installation capacity of 284,900 MT; four kernel crushing plants with a total annual capacity of 465,000 MT; one biodiesel plant with a production capacity of 120,000 MT per annum; one soya crushing plant with a production capacity of 132,000 MT per annum; as well as two copra mills in Papua New Guinea with a combined production capacity of 42,000 MT.

At SDGI, we are committed to partnerships focused on your success, exploring every possibility to deliver the right solutions and identify new opportunities. We are dedicated to a future where we achieve the best results together. With a global footprint and extensive network, SDGI offers a rewarding and fulfilling career path for dynamic and vibrant young talents. Join us on an exciting journey to create quality products and ensure sustainable living for consumers.