JOB VACANCY

Senior Associate (Banking & Financial Services)

Qualifications & Skills for the position:

♦  4-6 years of working experience in Banking/Islamic Banking.
♦  Possess good drafting and research skills.
♦  Having knowledge and a strong interest in Islamic banking & finance.
♦  Self motivated, team player with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently (with support from team members).
♦  Possess good leadership qualities to supervise Associates.
♦  Excellent communications skills in English both written and spoken.
♦  Organised with good attention to detail and follow-through.
♦  Able to work under pressure, committed and meet tight deadlines.
♦  Great opportunity with huge growth prospects and have ability to display good teamwork.

Associate (Litigation & Arbitration)

Qualifications & Skills for the position:

♦  Minimum GPA 3.4
♦  Minimum 1 year working experience in Litigation & Arbitration
♦  Possess good drafting and research skills;
♦  Self-motivated, team player with strong problem-solving and analytical skills;
♦  Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively and independently (with support from team members);
♦  Excellent communications skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken;
♦  Organized with good attention to detail and follow-through;
♦  Able to work under pressure, committed and meet tight deadlines.

Secretary/Clerk (Litigation & Arbitration)

Qualifications & Skills for the position:

♦  Applicant must possess a Diploma (minimum) in any related field.
♦  Minimum 2 years’ experience in litigation matters.
♦  Assist lawyers to prepare and handle all related litigation matters.
♦  Able to work independently with minimum supervision and meet deadlines.
♦  To handle administrative tasks in relation to the operations of the office and litigation briefs.
♦  To assist in other miscellaneous matters when required.

How to apply:
Email us at hrm@azmilaw.com. Only selected candidates will be notified.

Please email your resume together with a recent passport-size photo.

Please state the position applied: ‘Application for Senior Associate (Financial Services)’ or ‘Application for Associate (Litigation & Arbitration)’ or ‘Application for Secretary/Clerk (Litigation & Arbitration)’ and the expected salaries.

Associate (Banking & Financial Services)

We are looking for an experienced Associate in Banking & Financial Services to join us our team.

Qualification and skills for the position:
♦  3-5 years of working experience in Banking/Islamic Finance and Conveyancing (preferably corporate).
♦  Possess good drafting and research skills.
♦  Having knowledge and a strong interest in Islamic banking & finance.
♦  Self-motivated, team player with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
♦  Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently (with support from team members).
♦  Excellent communication skills in English both written and spoken.
♦  Organised with good attention to detail and follow-through.
♦  Able to work under pressure, committed and meet tight deadlines.
♦  Great opportunity with huge growth prospects and have ability to display good teamwork.

Head of IT

Scope of Position: Responsible to ensure the IT Operations and Supports fully meets the Firm’s strategic and operational requirements to remain competitive and efficient in the legal service industry locally and internationally. The IT Head is also responsible to provide strong support to drive IT technological capabilities of the Firm in support of the Firm’s Growth Objective and Strategy.                                                                              

Duties and Responsibilities:

♦  Plan, manage and oversee  the overall IT strategy and operations of the firm. This includes developing and implementing IT plans, policies, and procedures; managing IT budgets; and ensuring that the firm’s IT infrastructure is secure, reliable, and compliant with all applicable regulations.
♦  Lead and manage the IT team to deliver IT Service . This includes hiring, training, and developing IT staff; setting performance goals; and providing regular feedback.
♦  Identify and address IT risks. This includes conducting risk assessments; implementing security measures; and responding to security incidents.
♦  Work with other partner groups and departments to ensure that the firm’s IT systems meet their needs. This includes understanding the business requirements of each partner group or department; developing IT solutions that meet those requirements; and providing IT support to users.
♦  Stay up-to-date on the latest IT trends and technologies. This includes attending industry conferences; reading IT journals and blogs; and networking with other IT professionals. 
♦  Plan and execute IT projects as required by the Firm.
♦  Provide technical support to users as and when needed.
♦  Manage IT budgets in line with the Firm’s objective of operation efficiency.
♦  Oversee IT security to ensure the Firm’s operational interest is sufficiently guided.
♦  Ensure compliance with the IT Regulations as required by the Firm’s Operations. 

Accountability: The incumbent is accountable for the overall IT strategy, IT security and IT operations of the Firm.

Key Competencies         

Technical Knowledge:

♦  Strong understanding of IT principles and practices.
♦  Familiar with a variety of IT technologies, including hardware, software, cloud, networking, wireless network, remote networking, firewalls and security.
♦  Familiar with cyber threats and IT security tools.
♦  Familiar with Microsoft 365, active directory and Azure.
♦  Familiar with IT systems such as library systems, door access systems, document management systems, accounting systems, and HR systems.
♦  Experience in legal software is an added advantage

Associate (Projects & Infrastructure, and Real Estate & Property) – KL Office

Requirements:

♦  2-3 years of working experience in the Projects & Infrastructure, and Real Estate & Property.
♦  Possess good drafting and research skills.
♦  Self-motivated, team player with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
♦  Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently (with support from team members).
♦  Excellent communications skills in English both written and spoken.
♦  Organized with good attention to detail and follow-through.
♦  Able to work under pressure, committed and meet tight deadlines.
♦  Great opportunity with huge growth prospects and can display good teamwork.

Chambering Student (Banking & Financial Services) – KL Office

Qualifications and Requirements:

♦  Must possess a bachelor’s degree in law with good academic results.
♦  Have a strong interest in banking and finance.
♦  Able to work independently and meet the prescribed deadlines.
♦  Have a good command of English & Malay, proficient in both verbal and written.
♦  Able to communicate well and be proactive in attending to the assigned tasks.
♦  Have the willingness to learn something new and diligent throughout the working processes.
♦  Possess a positive attitude towards the working environment and must be a team player.

Senior Associate (Taxation) – KL Office

Requirements:

♦  5 years and above post-qualified experience in taxation field.
♦  Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
♦  A team worker and initiative-seeker.
♦  Must have experience in the following:
   •  Tax Litigation & Dispute Resolution Proceedings
   •  Appeals to Special Commissioner of Income Tax
   •  Transfer Pricing & Thin Capitalisation
   •  International Tax
   •  Withholding Tax
   •  Challenging Civil Proceedings Commenced by Inland Revenue Board
   •  Double Taxation Agreements
   •  SST Litigation
   •  Anti Profiteering
   •  Real Property Gains Tax
   •  Petroleum Income Tax
   •  Customs Duty Excise Duty
   •  Anti-Dumping Duty
   •  Stamp Duty
   •  Private Clients

** Only selected candidates will be notified. Please e-mail your cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcripts and any other relevant supporting documents together with a recent passport-size photo to hrm@azmilaw.com