Chief Litigation Counsel, Marsh & Mercer Asia

Marsh McLennan is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Singapore office:

Chief Litigation Counsel, Marsh Mercer Asia

What can you expect?

• You will play a pivotal role in defending our businesses in the Asia Region.
• Your expertise and leadership will have a direct impact on the success and reputation of our company.
• This is a highly impactful role that requires sound judgment, analytical skills, business acumen, and change management capabilities.

What is in it for you?

• As the Chief Litigation Counsel at Marsh Mercer Asia, you can expect to gain valuable experience and professional growth.
• You will have the opportunity to lead a team and develop their skills, while also improving our processes and driving positive change.
• As part of a global organization, you will have access to a vast network of resources and expertise, enabling you to expand your knowledge and enhance your career prospects.
• You will be working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment, fostering personal and professional growth.

We will count on you to:

• Be a highly motivated and independent self-starter
• Excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with excellent work ethic and collaborative skills
• Proactive and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities and deliver timely and thoughtful solutions.
• Manage all aspects of litigation and arbitrations involving Marsh and Mercer companies in Asia
• Provide legal advice on complex and sensitive matters regarding various laws applicable to insurance, investment, careers and healthcare and wellness
• Provide legal counsel in connection with internal investigations, subpoenas, and responses to government inquiries
• Acquire and leverage deep knowledge of the industry and the specific business practices of the various lines of business within Marsh and Mercer to advise senior business leaders
• Provide a full range of legal counsel and advocacy related to all lines of business within Marsh and Mercer
• Provide legal advice and services on issues concerning the rights, obligations, risks and privileges of the organization
• Protect the organization’s rights in contract negotiations, disputes, settlements and litigation
• Conduct training on E&O mitigation
• Oversee the management of outside counsel and review their work product
• Stay updated on new and changing laws and regulations, providing relevant advice

What you need to have:

• An LLB, LLM or Juris Doctorate degree
• Proven admission to bar and good standing in one or more jurisdictions
• 4+ years of complex commercial litigation experience with law firm or in-house legal department managing all phases of litigation
• Proven strategic thinker with experience evaluating and determining legal course of action to meet business needs
• Proven well-developed written and verbal communications and presentation skills
• Significant experience managing eDiscovery
• Demonstrated ability in high-performing team development and management
• Adaptability to change and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
• Proven track record in managing outside counsel

What makes you stand out?

• Experience in leading and managing teams in a multinational environment
• Familiarity with the Asia Region's litigation landscape and regulations
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company’s more than 85,000 colleagues advise clients in over 130 countries. With annual revenue of $23 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and well-being for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.