Banking & Finance Associate
Position Overview
Job Description
Banking & Finance Associate — Skrine
Skrine, one of Malaysia's premier law firms, is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate to join its market-leading finance practice in Kuala Lumpur. The associate will work on a diverse portfolio of conventional and Islamic banking transactions, advising Malaysian and international financial institutions on lending, structured finance, and regulatory compliance with Bank Negara Malaysia requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, and intercreditor arrangements for syndicated and bilateral lending facilities
- Advise licensed banks and development financial institutions on Bank Negara Malaysia regulations and the Financial Services Act 2013
- Structure Islamic financing facilities including murabahah, musharakah mutanaqisah, and commodity murabahah transactions in compliance with the Islamic Financial Services Act 2013
- Assist in debt capital market transactions including sukuk issuances, medium-term note programmes, and corporate bond offerings
- Conduct due diligence on borrowers and review collateral packages for real estate-backed and project finance facilities
- Prepare legal opinions and regulatory filings for Bank Negara Malaysia and the Securities Commission Malaysia
About Skrine
As a Tier 1 ranked firm, Skrine provides associates with exposure to Malaysia's most complex banking transactions and a collegial working environment in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Responsibilities
Banking & Finance Associate — Skrine
Skrine, one of Malaysia's premier law firms, is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate to join its market-leading finance practice in Kuala Lumpur. The associate will work on a diverse portfolio of conventional and Islamic banking transactions, advising Malaysian and international financial institutions on lending, structured finance, and regulatory compliance with Bank Negara Malaysia requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, and intercreditor arrangements for syndicated and bilateral lending facilities
- Advise licensed banks and development financial institutions on Bank Negara Malaysia regulations and the Financial Services Act 2013
- Structure Islamic financing facilities including murabahah, musharakah mutanaqisah, and commodity murabahah transactions in compliance with the Islamic Financial Services Act 2013
- Assist in debt capital market transactions including sukuk issuances, medium-term note programmes, and corporate bond offerings
- Conduct due diligence on borrowers and review collateral packages for real estate-backed and project finance facilities
- Prepare legal opinions and regulatory filings for Bank Negara Malaysia and the Securities Commission Malaysia
About Skrine
As a Tier 1 ranked firm, Skrine provides associates with exposure to Malaysia's most complex banking transactions and a collegial working environment in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Requirements
- Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya with 3-6 years PQE in banking and finance
- Strong knowledge of the Financial Services Act 2013, Islamic Financial Services Act 2013, and Bank Negara Malaysia guidelines
- Experience drafting loan documentation and security instruments under Malaysian law
- Familiarity with Islamic finance principles and Shari'ah-compliant financing structures
- LL.B. from a recognised university; holders of Certificate in Legal Practice (CLP) preferred
- Completed chambering with a reputable Malaysian law firm
- Excellent English drafting skills; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia is required
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
RM8,000 - RM15,000/year
Practice Area
Banking Law
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Skrine Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
