Muhammad Shafeq Fathullah Bin Shairi
Legal Advisory and Corporate Governance
Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Legal and Corporate Governance professional with experience spanning private practice and in-house environments, covering commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, business integrity and legal risk management. Experienced in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, managing contentious matters, handling 150+ compliance violation cases per period, delivering 3+ compliance awareness training sessions per quarter to business and sales teams, conducting regulatory assessments and internal investigations, and developing 5+ documents per year, including policies, SOPs and compliance frameworks, including PDPA and AML-CFT. Brings a practical, business-oriented approach to legal and compliance matters, with strong exposure to cross-functional stakeholder management and risk-based decision-making.n.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE COMPLIANCE JR EXECUTIVE
SK Intellix Malaysia Sdn Bhd
04.2026 - Current
- Manage approximately 150 compliance violation cases involving sales agents, from investigation through adjudication and corrective action.
- Review 10 compliance records weekly to support management oversight, documentation discipline, and regulatory readiness.
- Develop and implement policies, SOPs, governance frameworks, and business integrity controls aligned with corporate compliance requirements.
- Conduct legal and regulatory research, tracking legislative developments that affect ongoing operations and compliance obligations.
- Support corporate secretarial work by preparing corporate documents, approvals, and statutory matters with accuracy.
- Perform compliance risk assessments and internal investigations, coordinating with stakeholders, external counsel, and authorities on remedial actions.
- Deliver compliance awareness training and PDPA, AML-CFT, and AI compliance initiatives for business and sales teams.
LEGAL & SECRETARIAL JR EXECUTIVE
SK Intellix Malaysia Sdn Bhd
03.2025 - 04.2026
- Reviewed 5-10 contract agreements weekly across business functions to support negotiation, approval, and timely execution.
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated more than 100+ commercial, corporate and government agreements across sales, operations, marketing, IT, HR and supply chain, with an average first-review turnaround of approximately 1 working day.
- Prepared 3-4 monthly litigation updates covering case status, exposure, recovery progress, and legal cost for the purview of BODs and Directors
- Managed 30+ yearly end-to-end litigation and dispute matters , coordinating with external solicitors on strategy, deadlines, and case progress with an average resolution period of 58.8 days.
- Handled issuance of 70+ Letters of Demand by assessing claims, gathering business input, drafting responses, and advising on legal exposure.
- Attended to execution, garnishment, and injunction matters by reviewing orders and coordinating timely responses with stakeholders.
- Reviewed cause papers, affidavits, and court documents in liaison with external counsel and internal stakeholders.
- Advised management and the Board on regulatory compliance, corporate secretarial matters, policy development, and legal risk mitigation.
LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Messrs. Shahrul, Hamidi & Haziq
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Monitored 5-10 case deadlines weekly across hearings, filings, and procedural requirements to keep matters moving on schedule.
- Managed high-value disputes involving claims exceeding RM30 million cumulatively, coordinating case preparation, documentation, and stakeholder alignment
- Managed almost 80 civil action case yearly which involves defamation,judicial review and debt recovery for various level of Court
- Managed high-value clients such as various local political parties and panelship with government agencies such as HRDF, MARA and TNB
- Drafted and reviewed pleadings, affidavits, submissions, applications, and other court documents to align with procedural and substantive requirements.
- Coordinated execution and enforcement steps for court orders by reviewing orders, advising on procedure, and liaising with clients and relevant parties.
- Conducted legal research and case analysis to identify issues, assess litigation risks, and shape practical litigation strategies.
- Advised clients on litigation risks, available remedies, procedural options, and potential outcomes, and prepared case updates and legal correspondence.
PARALEGAL
Messrs. Shahrul, Hamidi & Haziq
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Drafted 10-15 legal documents weekly for correspondence, submissions, and corporate filings.
- Prepared 5-10 litigation case notes weekly to support hearing strategy and legal review.
- Conducted legal research across multiple practice areas to support case preparation and advisory work.
- Reviewed client documentation to identify legal risks, case considerations, and compliance issues.
- Supported court proceedings by attending hearings, capturing detailed notes, and informing legal strategy.
PUPIL IN CHAMBERS
Messrs. Shahrul, Hamidi & Haziq
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared 10-15 legal documents monthly to support correspondence, submissions, and procedural compliance.
- Reviewed 5-10 case files weekly to identify legal risks, inconsistencies, and issues affecting case strategy.
- Conducted in-depth legal research across complex, multidisciplinary matters to support advisory work and case strategy.
- Drafted legal correspondence, submissions, and supporting materials in line with procedural and documentation standards.
- Attended court proceedings and prepared detailed case notes to support litigation planning and internal reporting.
PUPIL (LEGAL AID)
Yayasan Bantuan Guaman Malaysia
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Coordinated 5-10 court and law-enforcement touchpoints weekly to keep legal processes moving efficiently.
- Supported 15-20 court proceedings weekly including mitigation, bail applications, and sentencing hearings.
- Conducted client interviews and gathered case details to strengthen preparation and support legal assessment.
- Explained legal procedures and documentation requirements to individuals and families in clear, practical terms.
- Contributed to case handling in high-pressure legal aid settings while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Law
Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
Shah Alam Selangor03-2022
Foundation in Law - undefined
Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
Dengkil Selangor01-2017
Skills
Contract drafting
Contract negotiation
Legal documentation
Regulatory compliance
Legal risk assessment
Corporate governance
Corporate secretarial support
Board advisory
Dispute management
Litigation support
Civil procedure
Court documentation
Regulatory research
Government liaison
Statutory compliance
Policy development
Compliance training
Timeline
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE COMPLIANCE JR EXECUTIVE
SK Intellix Malaysia Sdn Bhd
04.2026 - Current
LEGAL & SECRETARIAL JR EXECUTIVE
SK Intellix Malaysia Sdn Bhd
03.2025 - 04.2026
LEGAL ASSOCIATE
Messrs. Shahrul, Hamidi & Haziq
03.2024 - 12.2024
PARALEGAL
Messrs. Shahrul, Hamidi & Haziq
06.2023 - 12.2023
PUPIL (LEGAL AID)
Yayasan Bantuan Guaman Malaysia
12.2022 - 03.2023
PUPIL IN CHAMBERS
Messrs. Shahrul, Hamidi & Haziq
08.2022 - 05.2023
Foundation in Law - undefined
Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) - Law
Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM)
PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENTS & LEADERSHIP
Entrust Identity Innovation Forum: Malaysia
- Represented organisation in regulatory dialogue sessions, engaging with key government bodies on compliance, digitalisation, and market expansion
- Participated in regulatory briefings with major business players and discussions to strengthen compliance apertaining to fraud identity and its developments.
Annual Dialogue with Regulators (MOH & KPDN) | 2026 Participant / Researcher
- Represented organisation in regulatory dialogue sessions, engaging with key government bodies on compliance, digitalisation, and market expansion
- Participated in regulatory briefings and discussions to strengthen compliance alignment and support business readiness for evolving regulations
International Legal Conference on Online Harm | 2024 Participant / Researcher
- Engaged in discussions on global regulatory frameworks governing online content and digital risk
- Analysed legal challenges related to cross-border digital environments and emerging cyber risks
- Explored legal implications involving online safety and protection of vulnerable group
Jelajah Penerangan UMNO | 2024 Participant
- Contributed to legal research and facilitated discussions on complex and evolving legal issues
- Supported stakeholder engagement initiatives through structured dialogue and knowledge sharing