Key team members:  Ong Johnson, KC Tang, Emilyn, and Dora 

Can you sum up the team culture or ethos, and give us a breakdown of what makes your legal team function so well?  

In I-Berhad, the legal department operates under the supervision of the corporate planning division. This organisational arrangement is a deliberate choice, reflecting the inherent synergy between legal functions and corporate planning within our dynamic corporate landscape. In keeping with our commitment to fostering an environment of open dialogue, ideation, and growth, our company embraces a streamlined organisational structure, especially for the legal department. This lean structure not only promotes efficiency but also empowers our team members to speak their minds effectively and ensures that our decisions are always merit-driven to achieve the best possible results. 

The strategy governing the activities of the legal department at I-Berhad is encapsulated in a dual mandate, which serves as the ethos of our principles and practices. 

Firstly, we must uphold the highest standard of legal quality by ensuring that our actions and decisions always reflect the highest ethical standards and comply with the letter and spirit of the law. Therefore, we consistently work towards enhancing our legal knowledge, staying abreast of the latest legal developments, and ensuring our proficiency in various areas of law. 

Secondly, we prioritise practicality and business alignment. We strive to provide legal solutions that are not only technically correct, but also pragmatic and conducive to our corporate objectives. While it is crucial to understand the law accurately, it is equally important to translate these interpretations into strategies that are both effective and pragmatic for our business. To this end, we ensure that our legal strategies are not developed in a vacuum but are instead closely aligned with our company’s broader business goals. 

In essence, our strategy strikes a balance between legal excellence and business practicality. This dual mandate, combined with our lean organisational structure, forms the bedrock that guides our actions and decisions, empowering our team to contribute their insights effectively and ensuring that merit is the driving force behind our success.