Junior Contracts Counsel

About the role

Marsh is looking for a Junior Contracts Counsel to join its Legal, Compliance & Public Affairs (LCPA) team in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The role supports Marsh's businesses across Asia, focusing on reviewing contracts and advising on contractual risk. It is a hybrid position with at least three days a week spent in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Review, draft and negotiate commercial contracts with clients, vendors and other third parties, and related ancillary legal documents
• Advise stakeholders on contractual clauses and legal risk considerations across Asia
• Work with business and stakeholder teams to deliver quality, timely outputs
• Assess Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and prepare responses aligned with contractual requirements
• Communicate company and legal department policies and approval processes for contract modifications
• Escalate key issues appropriately and maintain up-to-date legal knowledge
• Maintain trackers, contribute to team meetings, support teammates and help build a legal knowledge base

Required profile

• Graduate or postgraduate degree in Law
• 3 to 5 years of experience in contract reviewing and drafting
• In-house or reputable law firm experience reviewing and drafting legal documentation
• Hands-on experience managing contract reviews, drafting and negotiation
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise competing demands

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and technology tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive, able to take ownership of matters

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities and interesting work
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with supportive leaders
• A range of career opportunities, benefits and rewards