Responsibilities:
- To manage and provide Singapore law advice / support on actual and potential contentious matters involving AIA Singapore and its subsidiaries. This includes coordinating with external counsel and internal parties; and reporting to AIA Singapore senior management and AIA Group Legal. [55%]
- To provide Singapore law advice on business and operational activities primarily in the areas of insurance claims, regulatory compliance, and data protection. This includes reviewing relevant documents and agreements; and internal reports, standards, policies, and procedures. [30%]
- Perform other responsibilities and duties assigned from time to time, to meet business needs. [15%]
Requirements:
- A law degree from a recognized university; admitted to the Singapore Bar, and of good standing.
- At least 5 years PQE, of which at least 3 were spent in practice at a law firm.
- Experience in insurance litigation/disputes preferred; else experience in general commercial / corporate litigation essential. Additionally, in-house experience at a regulated financial institution in Singapore ideal but optional.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills – willingness and ability to quickly pinpoint issues, follow up systematically and work with stakeholders to resolve.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to be capable of dealing with people across different levels of seniority as well as external parties.
- Able to work well under time pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- A quick learner with a can-do, positive mentality and resilient.
- Humble, resourceful, adaptable and meticulous.
