Contract Counsel

Nokia

. Support review, drafting and negotiation of customer contracts and related documents, including master agreements, statements of work, amendments, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent and memoranda of understanding .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeKuala Lumpur • MalaysiaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements while ensuring compliance with legal standards. Proficient in using digital and AI-assisted tools for legal research and contract workflow management.

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Qualified Lawyer Or Equivalent Legal Qualification2–3 Years’ Post-Qualification ExperienceCommercial And Contract Law ExpertiseContract Lifecycle ManagementFluent Professional-Level English

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract NegotiationLegal ResearchRisk AssessmentContract Mark-UpsObligation TrackingContract InterpretationPre-Litigation Issue ManagementCommercial Agreement ReviewKnowledge Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsJudgmentCollaborationAttention To DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Contract-Management SystemsAI-Assisted Legal Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Certifications Relevant To Contract Management

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsTechnologySoftwareCloud ServicesNetwork InfrastructureB2B IndustryCross-Border TransactionsMulti-Jurisdiction ContractsIntellectual PropertyData Protection

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support review, drafting and negotiation of customer contracts and related documents, including master agreements, statements of work, amendments, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent and memoranda of understanding
Assist senior counsel on bids, tenders and business opportunities by reviewing customer terms and identifying legal and contractual issues
Document practical mitigation actions
Prepare contract mark-ups, risk summaries, approval notes and briefing materials
Capture contractual risks and legal approval triggers in deal-approval processes and systems
Coordinate with Sales, Commercial Management, Finance, Tax, Procurement, Delivery, Product and specialist teams
Support contract handover and lifecycle activities, including summaries, obligation tracking, amendments, renewals and records maintenance
Assist with contract interpretation, pre-litigation issues, customer claims and disputes, escalating complex or material matters to senior counsel
Support flow-down of customer requirements into supplier and subcontractor arrangements
Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, guidance, knowledge resources and standard work processes
Use approved digital and AI-assisted tools for legal research, contract review, drafting and workflow management
Deliver legal research, process and project support for other APJ&I Customer Transactions matters
Act consistently with Nokia’s policies, approval requirements and standards of integrity, confidentiality and responsible business conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified lawyer or equivalent legal qualification in Malaysia or another APJ&I jurisdiction, or contract manager with a strong legal/commercial contracting background
Eligibility to work in Malaysia
Approximately 2–3 years’ post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal or contract management team
Sound grounding in commercial and contract law
Hands-on experience reviewing and drafting commercial agreements
Fluent, professional-level English, written and spoken
Ability to explain legal issues clearly and concisely to non-lawyers
Good analytical skills and judgment
Ability to identify material issues, distinguish legal from commercial risk and seek guidance when appropriate
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a regional environment
Collaborative and confident working with stakeholders across functions, cultures and time zones
Well organised, attentive to detail and committed to accurate records and governance processes
Curious, adaptable and motivated to learn Nokia’s business, technology, customers and contracting models
Comfortable using contract-management systems and AI-assisted legal tools, or willing to develop these capabilities
Experience in telecommunications, technology, software, cloud services, network infrastructure or another complex B2B industry is nice to have
Exposure to customer tenders, cross-border transactions or multi-jurisdiction contracts is nice to have
Familiarity with intellectual property, data protection, cybersecurity, ethics and compliance, export controls or public-sector contracting issues is nice to have
Additional APJ&I language capability is nice to have
Experience with contract lifecycle management, legal operations, process improvement or knowledge management is nice to have
Professional certifications relevant to contract management are nice to have

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible and hybrid working schemes
A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
Life insurance to all employees
Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
Employee Growth Solutions to support personalized career and skills development
Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors with easy access
Learning environment promoting personal growth and professional development
Regional exposure to customer transactions across APJ&I
Structured supervision, practical training and access to experienced legal and commercial professionals
Opportunities to build expertise in technology contracting, negotiation, legal operations and responsible use of AI
Collaborative, inclusive and internationally connected working environment
Laptop support with ordering