Legal Counsel

About the job

We are looking for an experienced, commercially minded Legal Counsel with at least 5-7 years of relevant legal experience from a reputable law firm or inhouse to join Ikano Retail’s centralised Legal Affairs function. Based in Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, this role has primary responsibility across the Southeast Asia Region, while maintaining a strong and hands-on focus on the Malaysian market.

You will work closely with business stakeholders, act as a trusted legal partner, and contribute directly to IKEA’s growth, expansion and day to day operations. The role reports to the Ikano Retail General Counsel.

Your assignment

• Provide legal advice and hands on‑ support across a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters, working closely with IKEA Malaysia and regional stakeholders.
• Draft, review, implement and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements and standard templates.
• Support growth initiatives, including expansion projects for new IKEA stores, e‑commerce and other strategic initiatives.
• Act as Data Protection Officer (DPO) and ensure compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws.
• Advise on disputes and claims, coordinating with external counsel where appropriate.
• Support corporate governance and company secretarial matters.
• Evaluate legal and commercial risks associated with business decisions and provide pragmatic, solution-oriented‑ advice.
• Promote legal awareness by delivering training and supporting a strong compliance and risk culture.