Context & Environment

Are you a law graduate eager to launch your career in the dynamic world of upstream oil and gas, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance?

TotalEnergies EP Malaysia is looking for a motivated Graduate Legal Counsel to join our Legal Division. This 2 - year structured graduate program offers hands - on exposure to energy sector regulations, commercial negotiations, legal advisory work, and corporate governance in a highly regulated environment.

Activities

Your Impact

As a Graduate Legal Counsel, you will support our legal operations and gain in - depth experience across a broad spectrum of upstream activities. You will:

• Assist in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on legal documents and commercial contracts including PSCs, JOAs, procurement contracts, tender documents, and other upstream - related agreements.
• Participate in tender exercises, including reviewing bidders' exceptions, engaging in negotiations, and supporting contract finalisation.
• Monitor, research, and interpret changes in Malaysian and international laws relevant to oil and gas operations, and evaluate their impact on TotalEnergies' activities.
• Support compliance with Malaysian legislation, PETRONAS directives, and TotalEnergies' internal policies and procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of ethics and compliance programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Management, Procurement, Operations, Projects) and external parties (PETRONAS, regulators, JV partners).

Candidate Profile

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor of Law (LLB); admission to the Malaysian Bar is an advantage.
• Strong interest in the energy sector, regulatory frameworks, and commercial contracting.
• Excellent drafting, communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive learner with strong ethical standards and professionalism.
• Knowledge of the oil and gas industry is an advantage.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

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Why TotalEnergies?

At TotalEnergies, you will gain hands - on experience in commercial negotiations, regulatory compliance, joint - venture governance, and upstream legal frameworks while working with experienced legal, operational, and regulatory teams-building a strong foundation for a legal career in the global energy industry.