Job Description & Requirements

Altum Law Corporation is a boutique law firm that practises corporate law exclusively. We focus on capital markets, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), regulatory compliance and governance matters, private equity and private clients. We were recently ranked in Legal500 for our capital markets practice. We are currently looking for Paralegal / Legal Associate to join our team of lawyers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supporting and assisting our team of lawyers in drafting legal and corporate secretarial documents such as corporate resolutions, agreements, circulars and announcements, wills and trusts etc

2. Regulatory filings with government agencies such as the Singapore Exchange, ACRA, IRAS

3. Legal research

4. Opportunity to liaise and interact directly with clients and other professionals in legal, audit and accounting and tax.

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate should have the following:

- A diploma or degree (preferably in law) obtained from a reputable educational institution

- Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English

- Strong work ethics

- Excellent interpersonal relationship skills

- Ability to work both independently and in a team

- Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products, especially MS Word

- Prior work experience in law firms would be a plus, although fresh graduates are welcome to apply

What we have to offer

- Competitive remuneration that is commensurate with your experience

- Collegiate working environment

- Opportunities for career growth and professional development through further training.

If you are looking to work in a tight-knitted and friendly team and you think you have what we are looking for, please email your CV to [email protected].

Roles & Responsibilities

• to provide legal and administrative support to lawyers.
• It requires him/her to take and execute instructions from legal professionals on various matters which may include the completion of standard forms, the electronic filing of legal documents, land registry and business registry searches and preparation of correspondence.
• Management of client accounts
• Collection of over-due accounts via phone calls
• Perform administrative duties, payment arrangements, prepare legal documents and accounts monitoring
• Update and maintain the credit collection system
• Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned
• 5 days work week

We are a boutique family law practice. Although our focus is primarily on family law, we do take on general civil litigation, probate and employment law matters. We are looking for one more associate to join our team. A minimum one year of family law litigation experience is preferred but we are open to considering all interested candidates.

Role to be relocate : Saudi Arabia

Our client is global international law firm headquartered in London. Decades of reputation delivering top-tier legal expertise across transformative energy, infrastructure, and construction projects in the Middle East.

You will be based in Riyadh focus works on pivotal initiatives that support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 to contribute to impactful projects across sectors such as renewable energy, utilities, transport, and real estate.

This firm’s in-depth knowledge of Saudi regulations and robust regional relationships position the firm well to manage complex, large-scale projects. Recent involvement includes advising on high-profile infrastructure initiatives, where a strong command of both regulatory frameworks and commercial practicalities helps clients reduce risks and enhance project efficiency​

You are currently a Senior Associate or Counsel level experience (from approximately 9 PQE)

Non-contentious Projects, Energy and Infrastructure experience derived from a top-tier or international law firm environment

Excellent academic track record

Qualified in the UK, US, Australia or New Zealand

The ability to guide, mentor and develop an international team

Patience and understanding and the ability to adapt to different styles and backgrounds when joining a multi-cultural team

Excellent client relationship skills and a passion for client growth and business development.

Experience in, or exposure to Middle East work.

Mon to Thurs 8.30am to 6pm

Fri 8.30am to 5.30pm

Overview

He/She will provide efficient and timely legal support to all business functions within the Company Group. The Legal Counsel is based in Singapore and supports primarily the Singapore businesses but some regional support in China, Australia and Indonesia may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Legal

• Drafting, vetting and negotiation of various agreements including dealer/ distributor agreements, bank facility and security documents, tenders, procurement contracts or service agreements with vendor / suppliers, tenancy agreements etc.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.

• Highlight potential risks and provide recommendations to limit exposure.

• Advice and manage disputes/litigation.

• Administration of Group’s intellectual property and proprietary information.

• Drafting and review of corporate documents such as shareholder and board resolutions.

• Manage external legal counsel

2.Contracts and Compliance

• Track/administer key agreements with principals

• Formulate and develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance of Company Group entities with applicable laws/regulations and directives of Company Group HQ

• Conduct training of policies and procedures for staff such as personal data protection, anti-money laundering, code of business conduct and ethics etc.

• Monitor and audit compliance of policies and procedures

3.Protection/Management of Intellectual Property/Data

• Protection and administration of the Group’s intellectual property, proprietary information and personal data

4.Any other suitable duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

• Good law degree from NUS or SMU or recognized overseas law degrees from United Kingdom and called to the Singapore Bar

• 6 to 8 years PQE and in-house legal counsel experience

• Strong corporate and commercial background; experience in automotive or retail sectors would be an advantage

• Ability to work efficiently and independently, good team player and business partner

• Commercially savvy, able to apply knowledge of Group’s business and operations to provide value added legal advice and highlight risks

• Good communicator with strong interpersonal and time management skills

• Able to handle a broad spectrum of practice areas including banking and finance, corporate commercial work, consumer and data protection, franchising, compliance matters and disputes

• Inquirer and learner with strong drive for excellence

• This role may require to communicate with Chinese colleague in China to support legal related issues.

An established Law Firm situated at Tanjong Pagar invite applicants for the position of Litigation Secretary (part time)

Requirements:

1. Relevant working experience in civil litigation / debt recovery.

2. Knowledge in drafting court procedures and legal correspondence.

3. Ability to speak Mandarin is essential as we have Mandarin speaking clients.

4. Good computer knowledge (knowledge in using E-litigation systems)

5. At least 1 year work experience in a related role.

6. Retirees welcome.

7. Able to start work immediately.

Remuneration will commensurate with relevant experience, qualifications and skills.

Interested applicants kindly email CV to [email protected]. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for managing our company’s daily business contracts, engaging with the board on shareholder agreements, and liaising with external law firms. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in the regulatory environment of Singapore and adept in handling complex legal issues within the financial sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents including but not limited to business contracts and corporate agreements to support the company’s operations.
• Corporate Governance: Handle legal matters related to the board of directors, including preparation and review of shareholder agreements and other related documents.
• Regulatory Compliance: Work closely with regulatory bodies in Singapore, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations. Act as the main point of contact for all legal issues, including liaising with external partners and law firms.
• Strategic Advisement: Provide strategic legal advice to senior management on business and legal risks, company policies, and strategy implementation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, ideally within the financial services industry in Singapore.
• Law degree from a recognized university.
• Strong proficiency in both English and Mandarin to cater to business dealings and documentations.
• Experience working with Singapore’s regulatory bodies is highly desirable.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to handle complex legal issues effectively.

Preferred:

• Experience with international finance and familiarity with the legal landscape of major markets outside Singapore is a plus.
• Background in dealing with corporate law and financial regulations.

PURPOSE:

The Legal Counsel is to provide assigned business units with legal advice, to provide legal support to business activities and any strategic and operational matters and issues. This will include but not be limited to providing legal advice, legal support and contract review in respect of all contractual transactions (including but not limited to regional tenders, bids and all contract management related matters. The Legal Counsel shall be part of the Asia Pacific Legal Team and shall provide legal advice and support on any projects and tasks assigned by the General Counsel (General Manager Legal) or designated team leader / supervisor. These projects can include but shall not be limited to matters relating to: corporate secretariat, governance & compliance, disputes & litigation as well as investigation and intellectual property matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

1. To provide competent and sound legal advice to the Company, the FB Group and its Affiliates in a practical, efficient and timely manner.
2. To review/draft contracts pertaining to the business including but not limited to supplier contracts, customer contracts, inter-company contracts as well as regional tenders, bids, international sales/service transactions as well contracts with a global / multi-jurisdictional perspective.
3. To negotiate with external parties (including but not limited to suppliers and customers of the Company) on legal issues and work to resolve any legal related matters arising between the Company and such external parties, suppliers or customers.
4. To provide legal advice. legal support and work with the Company’s internal customers and stakeholders (internal functions) including but not limited to the sales/marketing department and all corporate support functions.
5. To coordinate and co-operate with all related organizations including FB Asia Pacific affiliates, FB Japan, FF Japan, FUJIFILM Holdings and the overall FUJIFILM Group to work on contracts, legal matters and any other matters so assigned by the General Counsel.
6. To raise and highlight all and any material legal issues to the supervisor / reporting manager / General Counsel and/or senior management whenever necessary.
7. To provide legal support, guidance and work with the Company’s affiliates and any member of the overall FUJIFILM Group whenever so instructed, assigned and/or tasked to do so by the General Counsel.
8. To take on any projects or tasks deemed appropriate and assigned by General Counsel. This may include but shall not be limited to projects relating to corporate secretarial matters, mergers and acquisitions, governance, compliance, regulatory, organizational structure, data privacy or any directly or indirectly legal related matters.

To succeed in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications, skills and experiences:

• 3 to 5 years' experience
• Degree in Law; Must be a qualified lawyer
• Strong grasp of legal and commercial concepts
• Strong language capability in English legal terminology (MUST) and Mandarin (Preferred)
• Contract review/drafting skills
• Legal negotiation skills
• Clear and concise communication skills.
• Commercial and business awareness.
• Experience in having worked on complex commercial contracts and contracts on international sales / service transactions
• Good grasp of timeliness and work process management
• Willingness to learn and adapt to challenging and evolving work scenarios
• Collaborative and harmonious spirit to work with others
• Co-operative attitude and willingness to be a team player
• Legal experience in working in multinational companies and contract management experience would be an asset
• Broad communication skillsets and abilities to work with a variety of stakeholders. (For example: Both external and internal customers, APAC affiliates, Japan HQ, Tokyo and international affiliates for the purpose of coordination of contracts and other legal matters)
• Ability to work under time pressure sensitive scenarios and to work on multiple matters, dealing with a number of internal customers concurrently
• Ability to receive and take on guidance and direction and also work independently to helm various projects as and when required

Purpose of Role:

Practice group aligned Legal Secretarial support to fee earners to deliver:

• Optimum client service
• Proactive suppor
• Realisation of firm-wide strategy, Purpose and business plans
• Continuous improvement
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Industry expertise

Support may need to be provided to staff from more than one business unit and numbers and content of the group may change from time to time to reflect the current structure of the Firm.

This position is responsible for providing pro-active secretarial and administrative support to the lawyers of the firm in relation to both billable and non-billable work. It is important that secretarial services are delivered to the business in a manner consistent with the increasingly competitive environment in which the firm operates. This role is intended to embrace a team-working approach, collaborating with lawyers and other members of the support staff to fulfil the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Service Delivery

• Responsible for end-to-end service delivery
• Proactively manage and co-ordinate meetings, appointments and travel
• Manage fee earner communications
• Be aware of the firm’s risk policies and ensure new clients are onboarded in line with them
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the firm’s strategy and sector focus
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders (assigned fee earners, partners and business operations colleagues)
• Provide support to other functions as and when required including covering Reception
• Support other ad-hoc requests from fee earners if required, such as:

1. Actively contribute to client service initiatives
2. Assist with matter management to maximise cost recovery
3. Attend stakeholder meetings and take ownership of assigned tasks, duties, and outcomes, and
4. Actively use and promote the correct use of firm wide resources

2. Business Development

• Work with fee earners to edit bids, tenders, proposal documents, team sheets, brochures and client briefing documents
• Work with fee earners to manage credentials database (i.e. add new matters that have been won) (training available from the Business Development team)
• Assist fee earners to update CVs, including those used in bids/proposals and online version used on the firm’s website (training available from the Business Development team)
• Effectively use the firm’s CRM system (Interaction) to add and amend fee earners’ client and contact data (training available from the Business Development team)
• Work in collaboration with fee earners and the Business Development team as required to provide support for in-person client events
• Support other ad-hoc requests from fee earners if required, such as:

1. Build and maintain effective relationships with the firm’s clients and their internal teams and developing knowledge of the Group's clients and their business
2. Research clients, potential clients and new business initiatives or opportunities at the discretion of the fee earners
3. Proactively identify and assist with business development opportunities

3. Project Management

• Open client files (including completing conflict searches and money laundering checks in conjunction with lawyers), prepare client engagement letters, collate all the relevant information required for file opening and maintain client files on a day-to-day basis (including filing where required)
• Manage production of documents (produced in-house and externally), coordinate changes made including taking responsibility for the consistency of those documents (e.g. formatting, numbering, CompareDocs, etc), utilise the DP as and when necessary
• Transcribe, edit and amend legal and other documents including marketing presentations and materials. Convert, compare, copy type and proofread the same as necessary, ensuring that documents comply with house style
• Assist lawyers with the billing process and ensuring timely submission of bills, including drawing up pre-bills, editing of narratives, preparing cover letters/emails and finalizing bills
• Prepare and submit lawyers' expenses in accordance with the firm's policies and follow up on authorisations
• Undertake regular reviews of files and documents to ensure all non-active files and documents are archived/stored off-site

4. Innovation

• Have an innovative mindset and propose improvements to service delivery
• Proactively respond to priorities of the assigned practice group(s)
• Be committed to continuous improvement

Key Capabilities, Knowledge and Experience:

• Ability to work autonomously and also be a team player
• Displays resilience and can work under pressure
• Has high level of influence
• Driven and proactive
• Earns respect and trust
• Critical thinking and time management
• Maintains confidentiality
• Undertakes self-analysis and evaluation
• Strong personal brand supporting the Firm’s values
• Punctual
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills (oral and written)
• Educated to diploma level standard or equivalent
• Professional certification in secretarial field
• Previous experience in a similar role within a professional services environment
• Excellent written and verbal skills in English

• Providing secretarial and administrative support to lawyers including updating various records, keying in daily time sheets & replying to correspondence / mails / faxes / billings, etc
• Scheduling of meetings/appointments
• Perform secretarial and general administrative duties
• Any other matters/projects that the management may require assistance with from time to time

Requirements:

• Minimum an ‘O’ level or Diploma in Business Admin or LCCI Private Secretary Certificate
• Minimum 3 year of secretarial working experience
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Good work attitude and team player

Please visit our website at www.drewnapier.com for other available vacancies.

Kindly state full details of qualifications, experience, current and expected salary in your resume.

(We thank all applicants for writing in. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidential).

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LEGAL COUNSEL

Job Description

He/She will be responsible for in-house legal matters for the Group including drafting agreements, addressing compliance issues, vetting of commercial agreements and advising on litigation and disputes. The Legal Counsel in Singapore supports Singapore businesses but some regional support for the Group may be required.

This role reports to the Group Senior Legal Counsel based in Singapore.

Advisory

• Provide advice and support to the business units and management with regard to potential impact of relevant laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.

• Anticipate potential risks and liabilities, advise on recommended steps to manage exposure.

Compliance

• Formulate and develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance of Group entities in Singapore with local laws/regulations and directives of Group HQ

• Conduct training of policies and procedures for staff

• Monitor and audit compliance of policies and procedures

Protection/Management of Intellectual Property/Data

• Effective administration and handling of the Group’s intellectual property, proprietary information and personal data (including those of third parties)

Review, draft/negotiate contracts and agreements such as:

• Bank facility documents such as letters of offer, corporate guarantees, personal guarantees, trade facility documentation

• Dealership/ distributorship agreements

• Procurement contracts or service agreements with vendor / suppliers

• Contracts with business partners eg insurance companies, insurance agents, etc

• Sale and Purchase agreements

• Confidentiality agreements

• Tenancy agreements

Qualifications/ Attributes

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Law from a reputable university

• Min 6-8 years of relevant work experience in large international law firm or multi-national corporation. Previous in-house legal experience is preferred.

• Strong analytical and research skills.

• Well versed in broad spectrum of corporate and commercial matters

• A strong team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels

• Ability to work independently and handle complex transactions

• Proficient in English (written and verbal)

• Detail oriented

• Regional work experience is a plus

Please forward resume to [email protected]

Details:

• Reporting to: Group General Counsel
• Role: Sole contributor
• Salary Range: $9,000 to $12,000, with Variable Bonus

Overview:
The Group Senior Legal Counsel will provide efficient and timely legal support to all business functions within the group. This role is based in Singapore and primarily supports the Singapore businesses, with some regional support in China, Australia, and Indonesia as required.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements including dealer/distributor agreements, bank facility and security documents, tenders, procurement contracts, service agreements with vendors/suppliers, tenancy agreements, etc.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Identify potential risks and provide legal advice and recommendations to mitigate exposure.
• Advise and manage disputes and litigation.
• Oversee the administration of the Group’s intellectual property and proprietary information.
• Draft and review corporate documents, such as shareholder and board resolutions.
• Manage external legal counsel.
• Track and administer key agreements with principals.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and directives of the Group HQ.
• Conduct training on policies and procedures for staff, including personal data protection, anti-money laundering, code of business conduct and ethics, etc.
• Monitor and audit compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Protect and administer the Group’s intellectual property, proprietary information, and personal data.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or a related field (LLB or equivalent qualification). A Master’s degree or further legal qualifications would be an advantage.
• At least 7-10 years of legal experience, preferably in a corporate or commercial setting, with experience in automotive, retail, or related industries.
• Strong expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts, including dealer/distributor agreements, procurement contracts, and service agreements.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate law, compliance regulations, intellectual property rights, and dispute management.
• Proven experience in managing litigation and working with external legal counsel.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements such as data protection, anti-money laundering, and business ethics.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a collaborative mindset to work across departments.
• Experience in managing legal affairs across multiple countries or regions (e.g., Southeast Asia, China, Australia) would be advantageous.
• The role is a sole contributor and requires an independent, proactive approach to managing legal matters.

Interested candidates please apply online or send your latest CV to [email protected]

AlwaysHired Pte Ltd

Reg No: R1549345

EA: 24C2293

• Legal and Compliance: Develop and implement legal and compliance strategies aligned with business goals, industry standards, and regulations. Provide training to ensure adherence to all applicable laws.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Create and review policies (e.g., data protection, terms of use, data transfer, and service agreements) to ensure compliance, minimize risk, and drive improvements.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts and legal documents.
• Legal Guidance: Offer advice on compliance, contract interpretation, dispute resolution, and operational matters.
• Internal Investigations: Oversee investigations into potential compliance issues, legal disputes, or unethical behavior, ensuring timely resolution.
• Client Feedback and Complaints: Address feedback or complaints from clients and authorities, managing investigations and responses.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments during client onboarding, including AML and due diligence, with ongoing reviews.
• Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing legal team, providing mentorship and fostering professional development.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform any other assigned tasks as needed by the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized university
• Fresh Grad welcome
• Prior leadership or managerial experience
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance and best practices
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled confidentially. By submitting your application, you agree to the collection, use, retention, and disclosure of your personal information to prospective employers.

• Dynamic and fast-paced environment, opportunities for professional growth
• Crucial role in supporting critical business operations

About Our Client

Our client is seeking a seasoned legal professional to join their dynamic legal team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in providing strategic legal counsel and support to a diverse range of business units, including technology, infrastructure, and real estate.

Job Description

• This role reports to the Assistant General Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of complex commercial agreements, with a strong focus on technology, telecommunications, procurement, and real estate transactions.
• Legal Advisory: Provide sound legal advice on a broad spectrum of legal matters, including contract interpretation, risk mitigation, and compliance.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of legal strategies and address operational challenges.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement by developing and implementing efficient legal processes and procedures.
• Legal Training and Education: Conduct regular legal training sessions to enhance the legal acumen of business units and foster a culture of compliance.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage and resolve legal disputes, including litigation and arbitration proceedings.

The Successful Applicant

• Legal Expertise: Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.
• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts with precision and efficiency.
• Legal Analysis: Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail to identify and address legal risks.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of relevant laws and regulations, particularly in the technology, telecommunications, and real estate sectors.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically, solve problems creatively, and make sound decisions under pressure.

What's on Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: A dynamic and supportive work environment that values teamwork and innovation.

Contact

Celeste Goh (Lic No: R1104095 / EA no:18S9099)

Quote job ref

JN-112024-6602802

Phone number

+65 6416 9872

Michael Page International Pte Ltd | Registration No. 199804751N

Mon to Thurs 8.30am to 6pm

Fri 8.30am to 5.30pm

Overview

He/She will provide efficient and timely legal support to all business functions within the Company Group. The Legal Counsel is based in Singapore and supports primarily the Singapore businesses but some regional support in China, Australia and Indonesia may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Legal

• Drafting, vetting and negotiation of various agreements including dealer/ distributor agreements, bank facility and security documents, tenders, procurement contracts or service agreements with vendor / suppliers, tenancy agreements etc.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.

• Highlight potential risks and provide recommendations to limit exposure.

• Advice and manage disputes/litigation.

• Administration of Group’s intellectual property and proprietary information.

• Drafting and review of corporate documents such as shareholder and board resolutions.

• Manage external legal counsel

2.Contracts and Compliance

• Track/administer key agreements with principals

• Formulate and develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance of Company Group entities with applicable laws/regulations and directives of Company Group HQ

• Conduct training of policies and procedures for staff such as personal data protection, anti-money laundering, code of business conduct and ethics etc.

• Monitor and audit compliance of policies and procedures

3.Protection/Management of Intellectual Property/Data

• Protection and administration of the Group’s intellectual property, proprietary information and personal data

4.Any other suitable duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

• Good law degree from NUS or SMU or recognized overseas law degrees from United Kingdom and called to the Singapore Bar

• 6 to 8 years PQE and in-house legal counsel experience

• Strong corporate and commercial background; experience in automotive or retail sectors would be an advantage

• Ability to work efficiently and independently, good team player and business partner

• Commercially savvy, able to apply knowledge of Group’s business and operations to provide value added legal advice and highlight risks

• Good communicator with strong interpersonal and time management skills

• Able to handle a broad spectrum of practice areas including banking and finance, corporate commercial work, consumer and data protection, franchising, compliance matters and disputes

• Inquirer and learner with strong drive for excellence

• This role may require to communicate with Chinese colleague in China to support legal related issues.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Duties are performed throughout every work day, as necessary. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Type and edit legal and other documents in accordance with timekeepers instructions including correspondence, presentations, and ensure accuracy of copy, formatting, grammar, punctuation and syntax.
• Receive, screen and transmit telephone calls, conference calls and messages to/from attorneys, clients and staff.
• Perform secretarial functions associated with Firm administrative tasks, including processing new client/matter reports, time reports and expense reports.
• Printing, binding and collation of documents for timekeepers.
• Coordinate, meetings and appointments; coordinate travel arrangements (including air tickets and hotel accommodations), and prepare related budgets for internal approval and reporting.
• Provide secretarial assistance to visitors and lawyers whose secretaries are absent; accept overflow work from other secretaries.
• Reception coverage on rotation basis during lunch and during absence of receptionist.
• Evening, weekend and public holiday secretary coverage on rotation basis.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• At least 3-4 years of legal secretarial experience at an international law firm preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat, including converting, editing, comparing and combining files
• Experience with iManage Desksite, Expert Time and Chrome River is advantageous
• Proficiency on office equipment used on a regular basis including computers, printers, copier machines, binding machines, telephones and meeting room audio visual equipment
• Familiarity with travel arrangements eg flight bookings, visa requirements and applications, and accommodation bookings
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and produce high quality/accurate work
• Ability to work independently, multitask, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through completion.
• Strong service orientation, teamwork skills and ability to respond calmly and effectively to changing priorities

To be considered, please provide a cover letter and resume.

Job Description

The main objective of the department is to assist the CRO’s Office in the management of MC Branch offices and subsidiaries in the Asia-Oceania region, of its related activities and support our senior executives in our head office in Tokyo on the aspect of internal legal services.

In doing so, you will collaborate deeply with our colleagues in our head office in Tokyo, as well as our branch offices and subsidiaries in the Asia-Oceania region. Building and developing networks with the local counterparts and government authorities where necessary. You are expected to support by providing sound legal advice for branch offices and subsidiaries in Asia-Oceania region, in addition to the management of corporate compliance. The roles include but not limited to the followings:

• To review, comment on, modify and/or draft contracts and/or agreements which includes, but not limited to, NDAs, service agreements, consultant agreements, sale and purchase agreements, lease agreements, employment contracts, secondment agreements, charterparties, ISDA Master Agreements and their Schedules and Confirmations, amendment agreements, and/or parent company guarantees.
• To conduct legal research and give legal advice to Mitsubishi Corporation and its group companies in Asia (our office covers 13 south-east and south-west Asian countries) which includes advice on companies law, commercial law, labor law, insolvency law, competition law, anti-bribery law, law on export controls and personal data protection law.
• To handle claims and/or legal disputes.
• To conduct internal investigations on compliance related matters and write reports in Japanese to headquarters of Mitsubishi Corporation in Tokyo (“Tokyo HQ”).
• To conduct seminars on legal, compliance, general administration and/or sustainability & CSR related topics (in English and/or Japanese).
• To keep updated as to important legal, compliance and/or sustainability & CSR related information including changes in important laws and regulations in Asia.
• To share legal and/or compliance related information with Tokyo HQ and/or Mitsubishi Corporation’s group companies in Asia.
• To draft or review internal rules of Mitsubishi Corporation’s group companies in Asia-Oceania region.
• To implement any compliance related program.
• To collect law firms’ information and keeping good relationship with law firms in Asia-Oceania region.
• To closely co-work with Tokyo HQ in connection with legal, compliance, general administration, public relations and/or sustainability & CSR related matters.
• Any other legal, compliance, general administration, public relations and/or sustainability & CSR related matters assigned by Department Head of Regional Legal & General Affairs Department.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Legal Studies or equivalent
• Basic knowledge on companies law, commercial law, labor law, insolvency law, competition law and anti-bribery law under English and/or US laws
• High proficiency in English language and Japanese language (JLPT Level N1 or ability to speak, read and write at business level) to communicate effectively through phone calls, emails and/or meetings with the head offices in Tokyo, as well as both local and expatriate staff in the branch offices and subsidiary companies
• Skills to create and present materials both in Japanese and English to communicate effectively with counterparties
• More than 2-year experience in abovementioned requirements

Key Responsibilities:

1. Transactional Support:Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of contracts related to real estate transactions, including sale and purchase agreements, leases, tenancy agreements, and other property-related documentation.
   Conduct due diligence, including title searches, land registry checks, and verification of ownership details.
   
2. Advisory Work:Provide legal advice on property-related matters, including land acquisitions, property development, zoning laws, and compliance with local regulations.
   Advise clients on financing arrangements, including mortgages and other security instruments.
   
3. Litigation and Dispute Resolution:Support the litigation team in property disputes, such as tenancy disputes, boundary disagreements, and breaches of contract.
   Liaise with external counsel and assist in arbitration or mediation proceedings, if required.
   
4. Client Relationship Management:Maintain and build strong relationships with clients by providing proactive and professional legal support.
   Attend client meetings and site visits as necessary to address specific property-related issues.
   
5. Regulatory Compliance:Ensure compliance with real estate laws and regulations, including land use policies, environmental regulations, and strata management rules.
   Stay updated on legislative and regulatory changes impacting real estate.
   
6. General Responsibilities:Collaborate with other practice groups within the firm for multi-disciplinary transactions.
   Contribute to business development efforts by identifying potential clients and preparing proposals.
   Mentor and supervise junior team members or trainees, if applicable.
   

Requirements:

• Education: LL.B. or equivalent legal qualification; admission to the bar in [Insert Jurisdiction].
• Experience: 2–5 years of experience in real estate law, preferably with exposure to both transactional and advisory work.
• Skills:Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
  Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  Proficiency in legal research and case management tools.
  

Additional Information:

• Working Hours: [Specify if flexible or fixed].
• Career Progression: Opportunity to grow within the firm and specialize in specific areas of real estate law.
• Remuneration: Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Based in Singapore, you will be part of the strategic layout of the company and manage the company’s legal portfolio, including:

• Identify any legal or regulatory issues concerning the business units and/or arising from the business activities, advise and provide commercial solutions to minimize legal risks and enable the management to make informed strategic decision within an acceptable risk.

• Draft, vet, review, negotiate and perfect various types of documents and contracts including master subscription agreements, data processing addenda, NDAs, payment agreements, financing, security and transaction documentation in support of overseas businesses.

• Monitor and ensure that all documents and contracts executed by the authorized signatories of the company are compliant with the current processes.

• Liaise and coordinate with company secretary, external solicitors and other third-party advisors on various legal, corporate and/or litigation matters.

• Responsible to enhance the corporate governance practices, revise the relevant guidelines and authority matrix to be in consistent with headquarters’ processes.

• Provide support in the event of any disputes or potential disputes and litigation matters.

• Responsible for establishment of the company’s compliance system, drafting of relevant policies.

• Actively contribute to cross-regional team projects.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidates we are looking for should be seasoned Legal Professionals with:

• Undergraduate LL.B. or postgraduate J.D. from a reputable university in Singapore, the UK, or a common law jurisdiction and valid practicing certificate in a common law jurisdiction.

• Admission to the bar in common law jurisdiction, preferably Singapore.

• Minimum 5 years in-house/banking experience, exposure in international trade is a must.

• Able to organize, prioritize, and manage large numbers of deadlines, in a fast-paced, rapidly-evolving, and demanding industry and work environment.

• Highly responsive with a service-oriented attitude. Able to handle pressure and provide thoughtful recommendations.

Job Responsibilities:

- Accompany the lawyer to attend meetings
- Organize and manage documents
- Convey information

Company Benefits

- 13th-month bonus at year-end

- Additional bonuses for excellent performance

- Annual leave and sick leave per Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations

Legal Counsel (Tax)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating and gathering information from external partners, including the Big Four accounting firms, top-tier law firms, and outsourced compliance consulting companies. This information will be used to support senior management in making key decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the group’s tax filing processes across all global subsidiaries, including Singapore, Hong Kong and US.
• Ensure all tax-related matters are handled in a timely and compliant manner, liaising with external advisors as necessary.
• Financial Compliance Strategy:Assist in the design and review of compliance strategies related to financial operations, including but not limited to transfer pricing and tax planning.
• Provide legal advice on financial compliance and risk mitigation strategies to ensure adherence to relevant regulations.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Support the development and maintenance of internal control systems for all subsidiaries within the group.
• Provide legal opinions and advice on compliance initiatives to ensure effective governance across the group.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Law (LL.B., J.D., or equivalent)
• At least five years of experience in corporate law, tax law, or financial compliance (at a top law firm or from the Big Four)
• Strong familiarity with tax regulations and corporate financial compliance
• Excellent communication skills and ability to mutitask and work with cross-functional teams Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and provide clear, actionable insights to senior management

Regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

www.dadaconsultants.com

EA Registration Number: R1878287

Business Registration Number: 201735941W.

Licence Number: 18S9037

The Role:
Join our client, a multinational commodities firm with a global footprint, vertically intergrated and established legal team in place. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will be responsible for a wide variety of legal matters not limited to shipping and mergers & acquisitions. You will be part of a collegial team environment.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a reputable institution; qualified lawyer
• At least 15 years of experience in a top law firm or in-house role, preferably in the commodities and agri industry
• Expertise in banking and finance, mergers & acquisition, supply chain
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team setting

Alternatively, if you are looking for Private Practice or In-House roles, feel free to send your resume to Raiza via [email protected] or to Linus Choo [email protected]

EA Personnel No R1216328
BeathChapman Pte Ltd
Licence No 16S8112

Flexible Services from Pinsent Masons Vario provides legal professionals access to high-quality legal work with top-tier clients.

Our growing hub of legal experts have a variety of skills, specialisms and experience but they all enjoy quality legal projects best suited to their skillset and unparalleled support during their assignments.

We are now looking to expand our bench with an exceptional legal professional with experience in data privacy law.

As a legal consultant, you will need:

• Minimum 8 PQE in-house or within a law firm
• Experience in providing subject legal advice relating to the entire life cycle of personal data from collection to deletion
• Ability to liaise and collaborating on privacy legal matters with, particularly understanding global positions derived from the GDPR and advising when local APAC legal considerations apply
• Experience in online technology and AI is preferred

To join our hub, you need to demonstrate the following:

• Qualified lawyer with a strong academic background
• Top international law firm or equivalent in-house/secondment experience
• Flexible, communicative and adaptable
• Enthusiastic about embracing new work cultures
• Rapidly develop close, trusting relationships

To Apply, click on “Apply” and attach your latest CV. Alternatively you can contact our Account Executive, Rachel Lee at [email protected] for a confidential conversation.

Drake International is a global leader in talent management solutions, dedicated to helping organizations find the best talent to drive their success. With a strong presence in Singapore, we are committed to delivering exceptional recruitment services across various industries.

Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant to join our team in Singapore. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal recruitment, excellent communication skills, and a passion for connecting top legal talent with leading organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for legal positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and placing candidates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates to understand their needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends and identify potential business opportunities.
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality legal professionals.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to clients and candidates throughout the recruitment process.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to recruitment and employment.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in legal recruitment, preferably within a recruitment agency.
• Strong understanding of the legal industry and its specific recruitment needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and candidates.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proactive and results-driven, with a strong focus on achieving recruitment targets.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related field is preferred.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to a global network of industry professionals.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about legal recruitment and looking for an exciting opportunity to join a leading recruitment agency, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] .

*Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Registration No. R1656042 | EA License No. 11C3510 | Drake International

• Minimum 2 year's relevant experience in handling conveyancing transactions (private properties and HDB flats)
• Minimum 2 year's relevant experience in Wills, probate and administration, and family law matters
• Minimum GCE 'O' level
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Proficient in MS Word and MS Excel
• Proficient in e-stamping, e-Lodgment and e-Litigation systems
• Diligent
• Self-motivated
• Positive work attitude
• Well-organised
• Meticulous
• Team player
• Able to work independently
• Able to deliver work within required timeframe