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About this Associate Director, Legal & Compliance role at CapitaLand

CapitaLand · Onsite · Malaysia, Wilayah Persekutuan, Kuala Lumpur

About Us

Headquartered and listed in Singapore in 2021, CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) is a leading global real asset manager with a strong Asia foothold.  As at 5 November 2025, CLI had S$120 billion of funds under management. CLI holds stakes in eight listed real estate investment trusts and a suite of private real asset vehicles that invest in demographics, disruption and digitalisation-theme strategies. Its diversified real asset classes include retail, office, lodging, industrial, logistics, business parks, wellness, self-storage, data centres and private credit.

Job Description

Legal, Compliance and Governance

  • To lead and oversee the organisation’s compliance framework to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulatory requirements and internal policies, while providing strategic advisory support to the Head of Legal  & Secretariat and Head of Group Compliance.
  • Act as the legal advisor to the internal stakeholders, business units, senior  management and where required, the Board Committees and Board of Directors on all legal matters relating to company law, capital markets and securities laws, banking and financing laws, Securities Commission guidelines including but not limited to the anti-bribery and corruption laws, personal data protection laws, anti-money laundering laws and any other  applicable laws governing the regulated activities in Malaysia including REIT and non-REIT entities.
  • Drafting, reviewing,  vetting  and  preparation  on key legal documents, including contracts, agreements, financing and loan documentation, and property‑related agreements and instruments (SPA, tenancy, land matters).
  • To be involved in acquisition transactions where required including time-sensitive and tightly timed negotiations, reviewing non-disclosure agreements, understand the property due diligence process, comment on and restructure sale and purchase agreements, lease agreements and overseeing the conditions of the agreements until completion/registration of title or disbursement of the loan (if financed).
  • Ensure and monitor legal and regulatory compliance with all applicable laws, including but not limited to the capital markets and securities law,  company law, Bursa Main Market Listing Requirements, anti-money laundering laws, anti-bribery and corruption laws, personal data protection laws and other regulatory laws and requirements under the purview of the assets of the REIT.
  • To design and/or improve on the design of the compliance framework including drafting policies and procedures, compliance plans, standard operating procedures, manual and other forms of documentation which may be required.
  • To handle the working-level regulator clarification and engagements with the regulators and statutory bodies.
  • To liaise with the REIT Trustee on legal compliance and regulatory manners as well as day-to -day legal documentation requirements like compilation of Trustee’s documents and to implement the existing and new policies and procedures and frameworks, to have oversight and accountability for the day-to -day compliance effectiveness, prepares reports and updates to the Head of Legal & Secretariat.
  • Lead in implementation, monitoring and reporting of regulatory compliance requirements for CapitaLand entities in Malaysia including but not limited to  anti-money laundering laws, anti- corruption laws, corporate governance, personal data, technology risk requirement and business-related issues.
  • Responsible for overall supervision of compliance with securities laws, regulations and guidelines, and any other applicable law governing the regulated activities.
  • Establish, review, and enhance control systems, policies, and monitoring programmes to detect, prevent, and remediate compliance breaches.
  • Act as a key liaison person with some regulatory authorities and provide response and necessary information within the compliance requirements during internal audits and external audits/enquiries by the authorities/regulators.
  • Attend to and solve any legal, risk and compliance issues and breaches that may arise from time to time including but not limited to reporting of suspicious transactions report or breaches/ non-compliance to the management, directors and regulatory authorities.
  • Ensure and procure timely and accurate compliance reporting to regulators, the Board, and relevant management committees.
  • Drive continuous improvement through engagement with internal stakeholders (business units), compliance risk assessments, gap analysis, and remediation planning.
  • To prepare board papers and reports as required for Head of Legal & Secretariate, senior management for the board committee meetings and board meetings.
  • Attend and participate in the General Meetings of the unitholders for the CapitaLand Malaysia Trust.
  • Advise on trademark, dispute resolution, arbitration, employment and industrial relations matters which may arise from time to time.
  • Manage and direct external counsels, solicitors, advisors ensuring cost‑effective, timely, and risk‑appropriate legal outcomes.
  • Anticipate, assess and troubleshoot and solve any legal, risk and compliance issues that may arise from time to time
  • Carry out employee, senior management and where required, director training sessions on key legal regulatory and compliance risk areas including but not limited to training on Group and local policies and procedures.
  • Able to project manage ad-hoc projects & duties assigned.
  • Able to work within tight timelines and in a changing environment.

     

Leadership

  • Partner and collaborate with stakeholders of all levels to enable business growth while maintaining strong compliance and governance and control discipline.
  • Project manage and contribute in ad‑hoc strategic projects, regulatory initiatives, and Group‑led compliance programmes to drive the success of the project and the Group.
  • Exercise sound judgement and integrity under ambiguity and make risk‑based decisions within tight timelines and evolving business and regulatory environments.
  • Able to manage several projects concurrently while exercising mental agility and emotional intelligence and to lead in uncertainty and constant changing environment.

Benefits


  • Flexible benefits with comprehensive medical coverage for self and family
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Subsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences-
  • Strong advocate of staff volunteerism
  • Wellness programmes

Closing Statement:

At CapitaLand, we advocate fair employment practices, and recruit talents based on merit and fit with our Corporate values. We provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and build an inclusive workplace regardless of race, gender, age, religious belief or nationality.


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About CapitaLand

At CapitaLand, we believe the success of our talent strategy goes beyond just recruiting the right talent. We strive to help our people grow, recognise their talents and hard work, rewarding them for their efforts and achievements. About CapitaLand Group CapitaLand Group (CapitaLand) is one of Asia’s largest diversified real estate groups. Headquartered in Singapore, CapitaLand’s portfolio focuses on real asset management and real estate development, spanning across 270 cities in 45 countries. Within its ecosystem, CapitaLand has developed an integrated suite of real asset management, real estate development, and operating capabilities that supports its businesses in building core competenci

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