Assistant Vice President, Legal

Job description

WHY JOIN US? We practice a vibrant & energetic office culture. We provide opportunities for career advancement within the company. Good performance is always rewarded accordingly. “ It's our people that make Astro Malaysia’s leading entertainment company. We are an inclusive employer, to enable everyone at Astro to be their best. We embrace differences – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products/services and our community. We also understand and appreciate that diversity is a driver of creativity and innovation, which will make our business more competitive, compelling and profitable. ” JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: WHAT YOU WILL DO: Content Distribution Reviewing client requests, creating proposal decks, ensuring smooth material delivery, and maintaining engagement via newsletters and our website. Partner App & PayTV Consumption Growth Strategy Extracting data and analyzing why smaller apps underperform, identifying growth opportunities, forecasting trends, and analyzing monthly consumption trends. Acquisitions Managed and maintained content inventory, rights data, and contract records, including territory sorting, expiry tracking, and system updates (Excel & ForeTV Pulse). Supported contract and rights administration by reviewing licensing terms, organizing contracts, and ensuring compliance with regional and platform-specific distribution requirements. Assisted with content compliance checks and provided operational support to acquisition, programming, and commercial teams for smooth content licensing workflows. REQUIREMENTS: WHO ARE YOU: Currently pursuing a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Mass Communication, Media Technology, Computer Science, or Information Systems/Systems Management Strong interest in media, broadcasting, and OTT platforms, particularly within Astro’s content ecosystem (TV, On Demand, and digital platforms) Basic understanding of content management systems (CMS), metadata tagging, and content ingestion workflows is an advantage Keen eye for detail, especially in content categorisation, scheduling accuracy, and quality control Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; ability to write clear, concise content descriptions is a plus Comfortable working with large volumes of content data, including titles, synopses, and media assets Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace; familiarity with digital tools or basic technical troubleshooting is an added advantage Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced broadcast environment Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn within a dynamic media and entertainment setting Passion for local and international content (e.g. drama, sports, variety shows) and awareness of audience trends is a plus