Job Overview:
We are seeking a committed and principled Legal Officer to join our Advocacy, Legal Services & Research (ALSR) Unit. This role suits a legally trained professional passionate about justice and gender equality, with a solid foundation in both civil and Syariah law and the ability to engage confidently in public advocacy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice and assistance through SIS’s helpline platform (Telenisa), particularly on Islamic Family Law, Syariah and civil legal issues and women’s rights.
- Coordinate and supervise legal aid chambering students, attend meetings with relevant Bar Committees and prepare related documentation as required.
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, policy briefs, law reform proposals and reports.
- Represent SIS in public forums, stakeholder meetings, community outreach and media engagements.
- Meet and engage with Members of Parliament, State Assemblypersons and other policymakers to advocate for legal and policy reforms aligned with SIS’s mission.
- Contribute to legal awareness, capacity-building sessions and advocacy campaigns.
- Organise mobile legal clinics, legal information booths, and similar outreach events to increase access to legal assistance and raise public awareness of rights and legal processes.
- Carry out any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the management from time to time in line with the objectives of the ALSR Unit and SIS’s mission.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognised university.
- Must be called to the Malaysian Bar.
- Fresh graduates are welcomed.
- Background in Syariah law is required. Diploma in Syariah Legal Practice (DSLP) is an added advantage.
- Experience working in legal aid, women’s rights or civil society is an added advantage.
- Strong legal research, analytical and writing skills including the ability to draft official letters, reports, memoranda, policy briefs and meeting minutes.
- Good public speaking and presentation skills.
- Polite, respectful, able to take instructions well and displays professionalism when working with supervisors and colleagues.
- Upholds integrity, maintains confidentiality and contributes to a cooperative, team-oriented and respectful work environment.
- Proficient in both Bahasa Malaysia and English (spoken and written).
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Canva.
- Ability to use legal research databases effectively.
- Familiarity with online collaboration tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom or similar platforms.
- Willing to work long hours and on weekends, when required.
- Demonstrated commitment to justice, equality and women’s rights.
Applicants must read and understand the key responsibilities and job requirements thoroughly before applying.