Reporting to Director, the successful candidate is responsible for managing Technology Transfer for the university, namely, managing the Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio arising from research output. The job scope includes drafting and negotiation of research and licensing agreements, educating, and creating awareness of intellectual property to academic staff, protecting and valuing the IP, structuring and negotiating IP licensing deals, conduct market landscape analysis as well as managing IP database and analysis.

S/he will lead the team with the following key responsibilities:

• Regularly review, update and formulate Intellectual Property Policy to evolve with progress of the university and industry feedback
• Develop and regularly review IP licensing strategies, licensing structure and guidelines to maximise adoption of research output
• Structure and negotiate contracts, such as research collaboration and IP licensing agreements
• Perform prior art searches, including liaise with external IP firms on IP searches and filings
• Assess value of IP, structure and negotiate on IP licensing deals
• Develop and manage an IP Management System
• Conduct market landscape analysis to identify and engage research collaborators and potential licensees
• Generate statistical reports with analysis on the impact of research output
• Create IP awareness and education, as well as provide IP advisory to academic staff and colleagues; and
• Work on strategic cross-divisional initiatives and University-wide planning
• Any other responsibilities

Requirements

• Recognised IP-related qualifications or legal qualifications with experience in managing IP.
• Strong knowledge with minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Intellectual Property (IP) Management;
• Experience in managing collaboration agreements and licensing negotiations;
• Enjoy working closely with industry, academic staff and students in an Institute of Higher Learning;
• Strong leadership qualities, and self-motivated to improve processes and solve problems;
• Able to multi-task and work in a fast-moving environment;
• Possess strong analytical skills, strategic thinking and an eye-for-details; and
• Have good persuasive writing, communication and interpersonal skills.

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Responsibilities

• Review and assess contracts, policies and guidelines, and provide legal advice to ensure compliance with law & regulations, governance, data protection, and regulatory requirements
• Collate, consolidate and analyze data to prepare various reports for Management.
• Conduct internal and external reviews to identify and report strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities and propose initiatives to enhance organisational efficiency.
• Formulate and implement organisation’s strategy to achieve broad strategic goals.
• Coordinate with all departments to develop and implement action plans to achieve short and long term business goals as set out by HQ, Japan.
• Collaborate closely with all departments and Group to ensure new projects are aligned with organisation’s strategies and values.
• Assist to monitor the planning and implementation of business initiatives to all functions, including provision of support assistance to all departments for smoothening project accomplishment.
• Manage and co-ordinate organisation development initiatives by organizing regular management meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in business-related or law-related function
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in FMCG or related industries
• Detail-oriented with strong business sense.
• Aptitude and passion for research, data analysis and problem solving.
• Strong analytical thinking and management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Powerpoint).

Position Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Legal team supporting Autodesk’s People and Places Team. You will be our first dedicated employment counsel in the Asia-Pacific region, reporting into the Senior Director, Global Employment Counsel. In this role, you will support the People and Places Team in APAC and internationally. We have over 14,000 employees in 40+ countries. You will be an integral member of our small employment team and have the unique opportunity to partner with leaders throughout the company on all employment law issues. The work is both interesting and challenging. You will join a diverse and talented Legal & Government Affairs team who are creative, passionate, and focused on making an impact. This position will be based in APAC in Singapore or India.

Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic advice on a broad array of employment-related matters, including hiring, diversity and inclusion, employee relations, performance management, leaves of absence, workplace accommodations, compensation, benefits, contingent workforce issues, terminations, and immigration
• Advise on internal investigations and sometimes lead them
• Evaluate employment practices and provide recommendations on compliance
• Manage pre-litigation claims, agency charges and litigation
• Advise on employment law aspects of M&A transactions and integrations
• Collaborate with colleagues and local counsel to advise on international employment issues
• Partner with Autodesk’s People and Places Team to build scalable processes and training for employees and managers

Minimum Qualifications

• A fully qualified lawyer in a relevant APAC jurisdiction
• 5+ years of employment law experience across a variety of APAC jurisdictions (preferably a combination of law firm training and in-house or secondment experience)
• Ability to effectively triage competing demands, often with short deadlines
• Ability to function independently to drive assignments to completion
• A willingness to work outside of regular business hours when needed, particularly for international support

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional judgment and creativity, with the ability to think strategically and give practical advice appropriately weighing legal and business objectives
• A comfort level working in an unstructured environment
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with, and gain the respect of, stakeholders at all levels and varying functions of the Company
• Experience with international employment law
• A collaborative and cross-functional mindset that is culturally sensitive and inclusive
• An approachable and flexible manner

Responsibilities

• Filing
• Preparation of legal documents and opening of conveyancing cases. Working closely with the sales team in ensuring smooth completion of transactions.
• Communication
• Liaising with Agents, Brokers, clients and related parties for further verification and clarification.
• Data Collection
• Administrative support in requesting and retrieving of necessary documents.
• Scheduling of Appointment
• Setting up of appointment for client to sign legal documents with the Solicitor as well as monitoring deadlines.
• Bank notices

Requirements

• Meticulous, well-organised and good time management.
• Able to work long hours (if required).
• Able to work both independently and as a team.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for applying.

Responsibilities

• Give accurate and timely counsel to executives in a variety of legal topics (labor law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance etc.)
• Collaborate with management to devise efficient defense strategies
• Specify internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance
• Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations
• Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advise on possible legal issues
• Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.), creating relations of trust
• Draft and solidify agreements, contracts and other legal documents to ensure the company’s full legal rights
• Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders and forces
• Provide clarification on legal language or specifications to everyone in the organization
• Conduct your work with integrity and responsibility
• Maintain current knowledge of alterations in legislation

Requirements and skills

• BSc degree in Law
• Proven experience as a Legal Counsel in business environment
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures
• Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a corporation
• Demonstrated ability to create legal defensive or proactive strategies
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity
• Sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information
• Outstanding communication skills

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Job Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for legal support in the overseas operations of a social gaming app, drafting compliance documents, and ensuring compliance in major global markets.
2. Monitor legal regulations and enforcement trends in overseas locations, provide assessments of compliance risks, offer recommendations, and drive implementation.
3. Clearly understand the needs of business departments, providing legal training and advocacy.
4. Establish and improve compliance systems related to company operations in regulatory domains and execute various compliance tasks.
5. Handle litigation, disputes involving overseas entities (Singapore entity), complaints, investigations, and dispute resolutions involving overseas law enforcement agencies.
6. Ensure daily operations of overseas entities comply with local laws and regulations.
7. Participate in legal affairs related to overseas business, such as business negotiations, drafting, revising, reviewing overseas business contracts and commercial agreements, intellectual property layout, and maintenance.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree or above in a legal-related field.
2. 3 or more years of work experience, preferably in the gaming industry.

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Job Description

We are looking to hire an in-house counsel to be based in our Singapore office.

Job Requirements

• The ideal candidate for this position should be a qualified lawyer and have at least 7 years of post-qualification experience in wealth management, either at a reputable law firm or in-house company.
• The candidate must enjoy working in a fast-paced high-intensity environment, show excellent legal and commercial judgment, be a good team player and be highly efficient and hardworking.

Job Description

We are looking to hire an in-house counsel to be based in our Singapore office.

Job Requirements

• The ideal candidate for this position should be a qualified lawyer and have at least 4 years of post-qualification experience in the insurance regulatory practice at a reputable law firm, or as in-house counsel, and have a solid understanding of insurance laws and relevant regulations and guidelines.
• The candidate must enjoy working in a fast-paced high-intensity environment, show excellent legal and commercial judgment, be a good team player and be highly efficient and hardworking.

Role Summary:

• Support regional related queries or support needed within the Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, India and Philippines, including but not limited to employment law, data privacy, compliance, litigation with/or potentially without the support of external counsels available in those regions.
• Work in negotiation and drafting of services and manufacturing and equipment related contracts within the semiconductors field.

Job Responsibility:

• support and advise the businesses on all commercial matters, such as drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts concerning sales, purchase, distribution, manufacturing, logistics services, etc. arising from activities in or relating to Asia. The position will involve dealing with important key customers and suppliers in the region.
• advise and support businesses in all other relevant matters like in and outbound claims, formation of partnerships and cooperations etc.
• corporate housekeeping responsibility for all regions
• manage litigation, disputes and managing outside law firms
• assist in M&A and other HQ projects
• provide legal training

Examples of types of contracts:

• Foundry services agreements including risk wafer management contracts;
• Wafer and material supply agreements;
• Collaboration Agreements with suppliers;
• Equipment loan/evaluation agreements;
• General Purchase Agreements of materials and equipment related to the Assembly & Testing wafer fabs of NXP.

Job Qualification:

• Appropriate legal qualifications and solid experience in China legal environment and additionally a US / UK Master of Law and qualified in another major jurisdiction
• Min 10 years PQE in leading international law firms and/or as in-house legal counsel in MNC with broad regional exposure
• Strong commercial legal background with a pragmatic mindset to achieve business objectives
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; excellent team player and relationship builder
• At ease in working in diverse / multi-cultural environments
• Mature and hands-on team player who is able to manage different stakeholders and communicates well at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a worldwide legal team
• Relationship builder, front end worker (as opposed to back office lawyer)
• Positive, dynamic, enthusiastic
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Mandarin is a must

Job Responsibilities:

The role involves managing all legal aspects of the Group's business, including M&As, JVs, and investments, as well as handling general corporate legal matters and compliance. Responsibilities include providing legal advice, managing litigation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating with external counsel. Additionally, the position entails overseeing compliance policies, corporate secretarial duties, and risk management activities. The incumbent is also responsible for facilitating training, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and liaising with stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Law required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in corporate commercial law, ideally gained in-house or in a law firm.
• Strong understanding of legal advice related to general corporate advisory work, including company and contract law.
• Familiarity with SGX Listing Rules and Regulations is advantageous.
• Completion of ICSA or relevant postgraduate/professional qualifications would be beneficial.

DESCRIPTION

This position reports to the CEO. Key aspects of the job include ensuring governance and compliance in the group, overseeing company legal/secretarial and shareholding framework which includes shareholders/board membership/AGMs. Build and maintain relationships with external parties, sets the legal framework for JV, MOU, NDA relationship as well as setting up branches overseas, acts as a focal point of contact for legal matters, advises on dispute resolution, litigation, arbitration and advisory on IPO and working knowledge of New York Stock Exchange requirements.

2.0 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 Primary responsibilities included but not limited to the following job scope:

2.2 Legal Management

2.2.1 Overall single point responsibility for legal advice on multiple corporate issues. Management of external legal and claims services. Risk management on corporate documentation including for tenders and bids and corporate templates.

2.2.2 Liaise with relevant departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action have been taken.

2.2.3 Provide and interpret legal information, conduct training, and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to staff.

2.2.4 Management of legal disputes, including relating to HR issues and FPSO contract with client representatives. Management of external lawyers on FPSO dispute

2.2.5 Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.

2.2.6 Review and draft internal policies and ensure that they are in compliance with all statutory or legal requirements.

2.2.7 Provide legal advice to other departments and overseeing internal compliance policies, due diligence.

2.3 Contract Management

2.3.1 Contract negotiations, including for external legal / financial (tax) / structuring services (Singapore, Angola, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, UAE - ongoing). Setting up and management of multiple HBA entities or jv partnerships in Nigeria, Ghana, Angola, UAE, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Congo.

2.3.2 Management of private equity investor contracts negotiation and finalisation. Drafting of restructuring documents - constitution of holding company, setting of employee trust scheme

2.3.3 Review all contracts and agreements or any other documentation where the Company has committed itself and assess legal implications that need to be brought to the executive management's attention.

2.3.4 Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities.

2.3.5 Negotiate, review and draft documentation for business transactions and prepare and advise on the necessary checklist to be adopted to ensure information is submitted on time.

2.3.6 Review non-disclosure agreements, memorandum of understandings, memorandum of agreements, consortium agreements, cooperation agreements, joint venture agreements and shareholders' agreement.

2.4 Corporate Secretarial

2.4.1 Work closely with the company's appointed corporate secretary to ensure board related and secretarial requirements/records are maintained in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.

2.4.2 Responsible to the quarterly and ad-hoc board meetings

2.4.3 Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the department for executive management meetings.

2.5 Others

2.5.1 Supervises work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensuring quality standards. Is responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.

2.5.2 Fiscal responsibilities include planning, preparation, forecasting, maintaining, reconciling of budgets, expenses for the legal department.

2.6 Comply with HSE requirements:

2.6.1 Environmental Aspects & Impacts Assessment.

2.6.2 OHS Hazardous & Risk Assessment.

2.6.3 Follow HSE Regulations.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Law and is admitted into the Bar counsel.

3.2 Legal Practitioner's qualification essential.

3.3 At least 8 years of experience in similar capacity and industry.

3.4 Possess maturity to handle stakeholders of different levels.

3.5 Computer literate in MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

3.6 Good communication, organising, interpersonal and people management skills are critical.

3.7 Positive attitude / Drive for result

3.8 Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Filing
• Preparation of legal documents and opening of conveyancing cases. Working closely with the sales team in ensuring smooth completion of transactions.
• Communication
• Liaising with Agents, Brokers, clients and related parties for further verification and clarification.
• Data Collection
• Administrative support in requesting and retrieving of necessary documents.
• Scheduling of Appointment
• Setting up of appointment for client to sign legal documents with the Solicitor as well as monitoring deadlines.
• Bank notices

Requirements

• Meticulous, well-organised and good time management.
• Able to work long hours (if required).
• Able to work both independently and as a team.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for applying.

Role Summary/Purpose:

The Senior Counsel, Global Investigations will be part of a team leading government, regulatory and significant internal investigations for GE Vernova. The role will be part of the new GE Vernova Global Law & Policy Headquarters team and work with functional and business colleagues with a particular focus on work in Asia. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, Global Investigations for GE Vernova.

Essential Responsibilities:

· Supporting management of governmental / regulatory investigations and internal investigations globally (with a focus on Asia) that could raise legal or reputational risk for GE Vernova and/or its businesses

· Working on matters that may require appearance in front of enforcement agencies

· Ability to co-manage complex investigations across different legal risk areas and different countries

· Driving measurable efficiencies in investigative matter management, including with regard to budgets for external counsel and forensic/discovery-relatedneeds

· Helping to spot (i) emerging issues and trends, (ii) define process improvements and (iii) help with training initiatives

Qualifications / Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in law from a local or internationally recognized university

· Significant governmental investigative experience in the public sector or equivalent white-collar defense work experience in the private sector

· Strong investigative experience in a common law and/or civil law jurisdiction and exposure to working in diverse, complex markets.

· Strong working knowledge of regulatory and compliance laws in particular in Asia

· Investigative experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Anti-corruption laws in the United States and internationally
• Trade controls/sanctioned country law
• Anti-trust law
• Anti-money laundering law
• Intellectual property theft / economic espionage / computer crimes
• Complex frauds

· High level of cultural sensitivity, flexibility and emotional intelligence in order to work effectively within GE Vernova’s multicultural environment and with local GE teams

Desired Characteristics:

· Demonstrated ability to analyze facts and data and draw reasonable conclusions, communicate clearly, possess excellent writing skills and as a strong team player be able to work effectively with others at various levels of the organization

· As the position requires working across various functions within GE Vernova (e.g., Legal & Compliance, Security, HR, Finance), demonstrated networking skills

· Flexible and collaborative team player who is passionate about GE Vernova’s mission

· Ability to work independently in an evolving, fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects while maintaining a high quality of work

· Experience in and understanding of the energy / power generation sector and products

As a Legal Associate, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our organization's legal needs and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Advisory and Compliance:

• Provide legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal issues affecting the organization.

• Assist in ensuring company policies, procedures, and practices comply with applicable laws and regulations.

• Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the company's operations.

Contract Drafting and Review:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts and agreements, including vendor contracts, licensing agreements, and employment contracts.

• Work closely with business units to understand their contractual needs and provide solutions that mitigate legal risks.

Corporate Governance:

• Assist in corporate governance matters, including maintaining corporate records, preparing board meeting materials, and ensuring compliance with corporate formalities.

• Support the legal team in drafting corporate resolutions, bylaws, and other governance documents as needed.

Litigation Support and Risk Management:

• Assist in managing litigation matters, including gathering relevant documents, coordinating with external counsel, and preparing for legal proceedings.

• Identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, collaborating with internal stakeholders to implement risk management initiatives.

Policy Development and Training:

• Participate in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures.

• Conduct legal training sessions for employees on relevant legal topics, compliance requirements, and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Legal Studies, or related field (JD preferred).

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant jurisdiction is advantageous.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing law, preferably in a corporate or in-house legal environment.

• Strong understanding of contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Sound judgment and analytical skills, with the ability to assess legal risks and provide practical solutions.

• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.

• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.

Who We Are:

NEON, formerly Cityneon, is a global leader in creating and producing immersive experiences. NEON enjoys worldwide partnerships with The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Entertainment for Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. and Marvel Avengers Station: Evolution, 20th Century Studios for AVATAR: The Exhibition, Hasbro for Transformers: The Experience, NBCUniversal for Jurassic World: The Exhibition, and Lionsgate for The Hunger Games: The Exhibition. It also has a partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment to produce two brand-new, unique global touring-themed art experiences inspired by DC and the Wizarding World, slated to launch in 2023. Via its World Heritage Exhibitions (WHE) division, the Company also partners with the governments of Peru and Egypt for their original artifact IP experiences, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and Ramses the Great and the Gold of the Pharaohs, respectively, plus authentic artifact tours Pompeii: The Exhibition, Mummies of the World: The Exhibition, Victoria the T. Rex and Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. These partnerships have enabled the Group to bring compelling experiences that leave lasting memories to millions of visitors in more than 60 cities to date globally. For more information, please visit www.neonglobal.com.

The Senior Legal Counsel will play a key role in the continued global growth and expansion of NEON.

Based in Singapore, this role offers excellent career development and personal growth with global exposure across multiple industries and jurisdictions. You will be challenged by a wide variety of simulating work and will require superb communication and engagement skills to manage multiple internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is self-driven, positive and highly adaptable. Someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented and resourceful, with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high pressure, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Legal Advice – Provide legal advice to stakeholders and business units on a wide range of corporate commercial matters, draft, review, negotiate and advise on agreements related to transactions, procurement, inter-company matters, construction, employment, compliance, intellectual property, and other corporate matters.
• Risk Management & Problem Solving - Manage the company’s risk whilst maintaining a competitive business environment. Anticipate, identify, and solve legal problems.
• Policies & Procedures - Develop and implement policies and procedures related to corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and business operations.
• Project Management – Instruct and work closely with external counsels, liaise with both internal stakeholders and external parties to ensure timely desired outcome.

Requirements & Attributes:

• A J.D., L.L.B. or equivalent law degree with 10 to 15 years of legal and compliance experience with a good mix of private practice in a good law firm and in-house experience in a corporate commercial role.
• Experience working in or supporting Singapore and other global markets with a background in corporate, transactional and corporate secretarial work.
• Litigation / disputes experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills. Ability to speak, read and draft at a high level is a must.
• Superior stakeholder engagement skills, able to communicate clearly and effectively with key stakeholders and team members.
• A team-player with an ability to work with colleagues from different teams and able to work independently and self-manage competing priorities under deadlines with minimal supervision as part of in-person and virtual teams.
• Strong analytical skills and proven ability to apply sound, principled, and consistent judgment in diverse and challenging legal, business and cultural environments. Consultative and collaborative in reaching well-thought-through solutions.
• An ability to balance legal risk and business needs. Comfortable with ambiguity and change, unruffled by uncertainty.

EDP Renewables APAC is the main subsidiary of EDP Group, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind producers. With its headquarters in Singapore, EDP Renewables is the leading sustainable development hub for the Asia Pacific region with activities across nine different markets. Our activities are focused on the design, development, management, and operation of renewable energy sources, namely solar, wind, as well as new technologies such as storage.

EDP is a global energy group leading the Energy Transition, Innovation and Sustainability. Using the technology of the future, we create solutions highly focused on the needs of our people and our customers, never neglecting our role and contributions to society. To achieve our goals, we aim to attract diverse people with high potential through the professional opportunities we create.

Join us to be part of a renewable energy leader that reinvests in society through sustainable projects and social as well as cultural causes. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in our global transformation, by changing tomorrow now.

This role shall support the General Counsel and our rapidly growing and evolving businesses in the Asia- Pacific region. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with broad, generalist responsibilities, but with specialist knowledge of commercial and regulatory matters pertaining to the power generation sector (renewable energy).

You will be responsible for advising the business in the Asia-Pacific region by giving pro-active, professional, competent, cost-effective and creative legal support to business units and corporate enabler functions. This includes Australian transactions, cross-border energy projects in ASEAN, PPA-related negotiations and matters as may be assigned to you from time to time. You may also be required to take the lead on M&A transactions, but working together with the inhouse M&A legal team. You will need to bring negotiation and drafting skills and business sense to deal with multiple functional teams in a rapidly scaling business.

You will work closely with local business leaders (Business Development, Corporate Finance, Project Finance and Construction) as well as with supporting functions (Finance, Admin, Accounting & HR), by advising them on legal risks, business strategies and other issues related to the Company’s businesses.

• Lead and oversee M&A transactions, joint ventures and asset rotation transactions, all in an international context and in accordance with the policies and guidelines of the EDP Group
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including, among others, Investments M&A, tax, consolidation, accounting, Business Development, finance, technical team and People & Organisation, as may be necessary
• Manage and supervise external counsels on various legal matters as and when required
• Conduct and/or coordinate legal due diligences and provide analysis and counsel on project related issues and assessment on the structure for M&A transactions
• Anticipate, identify and assess critical project risk issues and/or structuring risks of M&A transactions across multiple jurisdictions, provide strategies, business driven solutions, suggestions and/or recommendations to the relevant stakeholders in order to mitigate the risks identified and assist the Investments M&A team in preparing the investment memorandum from a legal perspective
• Review, draft, and negotiate a broad range of transaction documents such as asset purchase agreements, share purchase and sale agreements, capital contribution agreements, joint venture agreements and shareholder agreements in an international context
• Review, draft, and negotiate ancillary agreements such as LOIs, non-binding offers, confidentiality agreements, services agreements, assignment agreements, amendments and termination agreements
• Drive and oversee the signing and closing of M&A transactions, as well as monitor and manage the compliance of legal requirements in accordance with applicable laws and timely fulfilment of agreed terms under the transactional documents by the relevant teams within the organisation
• Provide guidance and oversight to the relevant teams on market entry (incorporation of new companies, summaries of corporate or project development law requirements, etc.) and exits
• Undertake and/or manage necessary corporate governance work including preparation of resolutions and certificates, powers of attorney, etc. for the purposes of executing M&A transactions
• Coordinate efforts with the legal and business teams regarding corporate and project requirements to support the wider needs of the organisation and ensure maximum value and appropriate risk management for EDPR and its shareholders

Main responsibilities will cover a variety of legal issues concerning our renewable energy activities in Asia-Pacific region. Amongst others, the following responsibilities apply to this position:

• Providing legal advice and support on a wide range of legal activities, including projects and transactions arising from Australia and ASEAN cross-border matters.
• Advising on renewable energy/power generation regulatory framework with a proper understanding of the main terms and conditions of tender documents, bidding requirements, consortium/ MOU/MOC agreements with partners to participate in tenders, project financing agreements, power purchase agreements (PPA) and other typical contracts/ agreements not limited to internationally used by the renewable energy industry.
• Drafting and negotiating contracts related to renewable energy power generation projects, non-disclosure agreements, sales and purchase agreements, energy performance contracts, commission framework agreements, engineering procurement contracts, joint venture agreements, acquisition related documents, power of attorney and corporate guarantees.
• Advising on general business law issues and managing the legal issues of all areas of the company, including but not limited to corporate matters, employment, procurement, safety, security, insurance and sustainability issues.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders (law firms, union representatives) to understand business requirements and develop appropriate solutions, contributing to business decision making and ensuring legal compliance

Requirements:

• Degree in Law from a reputable university
• Admitted to the Singapore Bar. Candidates admitted to practice in other commonwealth jurisdictions will also be considered.
• A minimum of ten years working experience post-qualification.
• Work experience in a leading law firm, a multi-national company or government agency would be an advantage.
• Ability to work successfully in a dynamic team environment
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving ability
• Value alignment: stewardship, collaboration, innovation and with a spirit of excellence
• Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: Mergers & Acquisitions, General Corporate or Corporate Finance.
• Cross-border work experience. ·
• Solid knowledge of general business law issues of an independent power producer, including regulatory framework.
• Value alignment: stewardship, collaboration, innovation and with a spirit of excellence.
• Additional language capabilities will be an advantage.

When you join EDP Renewables APAC, you will have access to:

• Professional experience in a leading global company in the renewables industry with flexible work conditions
• Recognition through remuneration compatible with the role and other additional benefits
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, e.g. cross-cutting projects, mobilities and volunteering

About EDP Group:

As a socially responsible company, we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion. To achieve all our objectives, we intend to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.

What makes us proud as an employer:

• TOP Employer APAC, Singapore 2024 certification
• TOP Employer Europe 2024 certification
• Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021
• Top Workplaces US 2021
• Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation