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JY KOK

@jykok

Legal professional with expertise in compliance and regulatory matters.

Malaysia
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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in legal or compliance, offering opportunities for professional growth and contributing to a dynamic organization's success.

I am a dedicated legal professional with a strong educational background in law, having completed my LLB (Hons) from the University of the West of England and a Barrister Training Course from BPP University. My career has been focused on legal counsel, compliance, and regulatory affairs, with a proven track record in drafting legal documents, conducting research, and ensuring adherence to laws in Malaysia and Singapore.

My professional journey includes roles as Legal Counsel at Raffles Education Limited, where I handled agreements, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance. I also served as a Compliance & KYC Specialist at TaskUs, ensuring adherence to AML and PDPA regulations. Additionally, I have experience in customer experience and legal content writing, which has honed my ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively.

Alongside my professional roles, I have volunteered in legal clinics and animal sanctuaries, demonstrating my commitment to community service. My language proficiency in multiple languages, including Chinese, English, Malay, and Cantonese, further enhances my ability to work in diverse environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Legal Counsel

Raffles Education Limited

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

As Legal Counsel, I draft and review agreements, conduct legal research, and provide guidance on regulatory compliance in Malaysia and Singapore. I assist with commercial law matters and collaborate with external lawyers on arbitration cases.

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Compliance & KYC Specialist

TaskUs

Jun 2022 - Mar 2023 (9 months)

In my role as Compliance & KYC Specialist, I review documentation for user onboarding, assess compliance risks, and ensure adherence to regulations such as AML and PDPA.

TB

Customer Experience Specialist

TDCX (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

Feb 2022 - May 2022 (3 months)

As a Customer Experience Specialist, I handled customer inquiries and back-office processing related to cryptocurrency and DeFi, collaborating with the Financial Crime Team for enhanced due diligence.

TP

Legal Intern

Tan Swee Im, Siva & Partners

Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 (3 months)

As a Legal Intern, I managed case files, conducted client interviews, and assisted in trial preparations, gaining exposure to general litigation and conveyancing matters.

WS

Animal Volunteer

Wythall Animal Sanctuary

Aug 2021 - Sep 2021 (1 month)

I volunteered at the sanctuary, assisting with animal care and management, contributing to the welfare of the animals.

EC

Student Volunteer

Employment Tribunal Litigant in Person Support Scheme Clinic

Jul 2021 - Aug 2021 (1 month)

I assisted lawyers in researching relevant laws and took notes during client meetings, gaining valuable insights into legal processes.

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Freelance Translator

Self-Employed

May 2018 - Oct 2020 (2 years 5 months)

As a Freelance Translator, I translated documents from English to Chinese across various fields, ensuring accuracy and cultural relevance in my translations.

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Secretary

La Voce Choir

Mar 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 5 months)

As Secretary, I assisted with concert organization, maintained communication with members, and recorded meeting minutes, contributing to the choir's operations.

SB

Administrative Assistant

S.H. Hardware Industries (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Dec 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years)

As an Administrative Assistant, I provided clerical support, managed data entry, and maintained financial records, ensuring efficient office operations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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BPP University

Barrister Training Course, Law

2020 - 2021

Completed the Barrister Training Course (BTC) with modules including Civil and Criminal Litigation, Submission Advocacy, Opinion Writing, Legal Research and Drafting, Client Conference, Cross-Examination and Examination in Chief.

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University of the West of England

LLB (Hons), Law

2019 - 2020

Grade: 2:1

Achieved LLB (Hons) Law with a 2:1 Second Upper Division, covering modules such as Financial Crime and Regulation Law, Equity & Trust Law, Commercial Law, and European Union Law.

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Help University

Degree Transfer Programme, Law

2017 - 2019

Participated in the Degree Transfer Programme (UKDTP), studying modules including Contract Law, Tort Law, Company Law, Criminal Law, Evidence Law, Constitutional Law, and Land Law.

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Foon Yew High School

Unified Examination Certificate, General Education

2011 - 2016

Completed the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC), which is recognized for its rigorous academic standards.

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