Total 20 corporate counsel job vacancies in Legal / Public / Security category in D07 Golden Mile, Middle Road

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our team on a 6-month contract. The primary focus of this role is to support the company’s sales transactions by providing expert legal advice, managing contract reviews, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate across various departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate and timely legal counsel to management on topics including NDAs, vendor registration processes, codes of conduct, master agreements, and sales and purchase contracts.
• Review sales and purchase contracts to ensure alignment with company standards and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with the Sales and Product Management teams to draft and finalize contract wording and content.
• Work closely with the Finance team to address revenue recognition and performance obligations in customer contracts.
• Maintain comprehensive contract administration, including tracking contracts under negotiation and managing signed agreements.
• Coordinate the signing and distribution of final contracts to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage and oversee all stages of legal disputes in collaboration with senior management.
• Liaise with external law firms to address specific legal issues and obtain expert advice as needed.
• Act as a gatekeeper to ensure the company does not enter into unfavorable contracts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree or Master degree in Law or relevant
• Proven experience (min 5 years PQE) as a legal counsel in business environment
• Experience in B2B in certain business model
• Strong personality
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity
• Sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information
• Outstanding communication skills
• Experience using CLM appreciated

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.

Position Overview: As a Legal Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal support to ensure the company’s activities and game products comply with applicable laws, while also uphold and enforce internal company policies. You will work closely with various departments to minimise legal risks and protect the company’s interests in a dynamic and evolving gaming industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and reviewing a high volume of operational agreements with vendors and partners, including service agreements, licensing agreements and independent contractor agreements for various projects and services.
• Monitoring compliance with data protection and privacy laws globally (particularly the US, EU, Singapore, China, Japan, and South Korea).
• Monitoring and analysing legal developments in the mobile gaming industry and advising on potential impacts to the business.
• Intellectual property (IP) infringement monitoring and handling infringement incidents or complaints.
• Maintaining a legal framework that supports operational efficiency and upholds the highest standards of corporate integrity.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in law from a reputable law school.
• Approximately 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a legal role, with experience in the mobile gaming industry.
• Excellent drafting skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with regular meetings.
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin, to be able to read and understand legal documents in both languages.

The role will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to the company, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and managing legal risks. Involves advising on a wide range of legal issues.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal advice and support to the company.

2. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.

3. Ensure that all contracts comply with applicable laws and regulations and align with the company’s policies.

4. Develop and implement compliance programs to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

5. Identifying legal risks or concerns and ensure that significant issues are recognized and addressed.

6. Liaising and collaborating effectively with other departments.

7. Perform related duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

1. Law degree from a recognize university.

2. Minimum 3years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a focus on corporate, commercial.

3. Bi-language preferred.

Job Responsibilities

Job summary: The Legal Counsel is part of a solution-driven and collaborative team responsible for legal and compliance matters globally, from maritime disputes, to commercial contract review, to structuring of corporate structure, compliance and beyond. At the heart of it, this role will be part of a team that seeks to better governance, control, risk understanding and legal knowledge within the organization, whilst being a strong partner to the business.

• Manage contentious and non-contentious legal matters, providing robust legal support to the PIL group of companies and its business units worldwide.
• Collaborate closely with the Compliance team to establish, assess, and continuously enhance compliance programs, focusing particularly on sanctions, anti-bribery, corruption, and anti-trust regulations.
• Deliver authoritative legal advice on maritime issues, including but not limited to issues arising from bills of lading, agency agreements, charter parties, vessel sales and purchase agreements, as well as the issuance of Letters of Indemnity (LOIs) and guarantees.
• Manage general corporate matters, such as handling loan agreements, overseeing mergers and acquisitions, and facilitating joint ventures.
• Review and negotiate commercial contracts, including vessel sharing agreements, terminal service agreements, leasing contracts, and procurement agreements.
• Advise on corporate structuring and governance strategies.
• Keep abreast of and advise on legal developments impacting the PIL group of companies, evaluating how changes in law may influence company policies.
• Support the Marine Insurance Department with insurance claim matters, when necessary.

Job Requirements

• Strong knowledge of maritime laws, carriage of goods by sea, commercial and corporate law preferred (but other experience will also be positively considered.
• Degree in Law from a recognised University
• At least 8-10 years post-qualification experience in practice and/or in-house
• Possess excellent legal analytical skills, drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong business acumen to understand business goals and strategy
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills
• Good initiative, able to drive projects and with a strong sense of accountability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A good team player
• Independent and able to execute with minimal supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for supporting assertive and high-growth business lines? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Senior Legal Counsel.

About the Role:

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will be a key member of our APAC Legal team, providing advice on a wide range of commercial contracts and legal matters. You will work closely with various levels of the Group's personnel in the APAC region and coordinate across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, including MSAs, framework agreements, standard terms of business, procurement, sponsorship, and IT related agreements.
• Provide advice and guidance on legal and risk issues impacting the company.
• Handle disputes, data privacy, and intellectual property matters, with the support of external counsel when necessary.
• Coordinate with the Global Litigation team on the resolution of disputes and provide counsel in cases of litigation.
• Provide formal supervision to a team of in-house attorneys supporting our Enterprise and DCS operations in APAC.
• Monitor the training and development of staff, conduct performance evaluations, and oversee recruitment and hiring.
• Review, draft, negotiate, and advise on local and regional business agreements, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Advise management on recent changes in laws and regulations affecting the company.
• Coordinate the management of outside counsel relationships, including fee estimates and billing compliance.
• Develop and deliver training programs to the APAC businesses.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
• Strong experience in commercial contract negotiation and management, with a deep understanding of legal and risk issues in the facilities management industry.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice and support to business operations, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Extensive organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice and support to business operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Join our team and make a significant impact. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All resumes submitted will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purposes only.

Role Description:

We are looking for a solid & experience regional legal counsels to join our team. The successful candidate plays a crucial role in ensuring that the company operates within the bounds of the law and effectively manages legal risks in a complex and dynamic business environment. In this role, the legal counsel will safeguard our reputation by guaranteeing that the company strictly follows law guidelines and give legal advice to key stakeholders across the business about all relevant issues. The successful candidate will be a well-organized, self-driven, team player, preferably with experience and background with food & beverages, retail and business development.

Role Responsibilities:

• Data Privacy & Protection: Manage and address data privacy issues to ensure successful compliance with company policies and relevant laws. Oversee and manage data access and data subject requests across business functions. Implement data governance policies and initiatives, including data mapping, data quality, and data sharing.
• Legal Advisory Services: Providing legal advice and guidance to the company on various matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, employment law, intellectual property, and dispute resolution
• Contract Drafting and Review: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements relevant to the company's operations in SEA. This includes contracts with customers, suppliers, partners, and employees
• Corporate Governance and Compliance: Assisting the company with corporate governance matters, such as board meetings, shareholder agreements, and compliance with corporate laws and regulations in SEA.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that the company complies with all relevant laws and regulations in SEA, including industry-specific regulations and standards. This involves staying updated on changes in legislation and advising the company on how to remain compliant
• Intellectual Property Protection: Advising on and managing the company's intellectual property rights in SEA, including trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets. This may involve filing for registrations, enforcing IP rights, and defending against infringement claims
• Dispute Resolution: Handling legal disputes that may arise in SEA, whether they involve other businesses, customers, employees, or regulatory bodies. This can include negotiating settlements, representing the company in court proceedings, or engaging in alternative dispute resolution methods
• Employment Law: Providing guidance on employment matters, including employment contracts, workplace policies, termination issues, and compliance with employment laws and regulations in SEA.
• Commercial Transactions: Assisting with mergers, acquisitions, investments, and other commercial transactions in SEA. This involves conducting legal due diligence, negotiating terms, and drafting transaction documents. Knowledge of IP/licensing, contract/corporate law, advertising regulations, media & broadcast regulations
• Government Relations: Building relationships with government agencies and regulators in SEA to stay informed about regulatory developments and to advocate for the company's interests
• Risk Management: Identifying legal risks facing the company in SEA and developing strategies to mitigate those risks. This may involve conducting risk assessments, implementing compliance programs, and providing training to employees on legal matters

Role Requirements:

• Bachelor of Law Degree from an established and reputable university is preferred
• Solid general legal background, with 6-8 years of relevant commercial legal and privacy experience in a reputable law firm and/or in-house for a multinational organization
• Desire to work as a partner to the business with an aptitude to finding pragmatic solutions to challenges within the privacy field
• Regional experience in supporting the South East Asian regions other than local region
• Commercially-savvy and have a practical approach to the practice of law
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to details, and an ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent self-management skill with minimal supervision and manage time effectively and judiciously to meet deadlines, recognizing priorities, and deal effectively with the competing interests of different stakeholders/departments, and able to assess and balance legal risks against business interest
• Ability to work as part of a team and to think outside of the box to solve complex problems
• Business oriented commercial mindset with a flexible, practical problem-solving approach

To provide legal support to CLCO & Head Legal in handling Income’s plans and goals for IAG holding company for this and future years expansion IAG and its subsidiaries FA firms, Legal requires one additional contract legal resource, to support below scope of work on a range of agency, corporate, commercial and company law matters.

Further, the legal resource will be required to provide independent legal advice to IAG Board and management team in respect of related party transactions, outsourcing matters between Income Insurance and IAG holding company.

Detailed scope of work as follow:

Scope of Work:

• Provide comprehensive and sound legal advice relating to the IAG holding company and its subsidiary FA firms on subjects relating to insurance products (general and life) (including agency and distribution matters), HR, vendor arrangements, regulatory and compliance, investigations and complaints, insurance agency and financial advisory.
• Advise, draft and review on agreements, recruitment initiatives and schemes, collaterals, strategic agency/ distribution projects and collaborations and handling of contentious / litigious issues relating to the above subjects.
• Support and advise on corporate governance, Companies Act compliance as well as compliance with regulatory requirements under relevant statutes and regulatory guidelines related to insurance and agency/ distribution business (e.g. Insurance Act, Financial Advisers Act, Securities and Futures Act, Personal Data Protection Act and MAS and industry notices, guidelines and circulars), including but not limited to drafting, reviewing and high-level implementation of policies and processes.
• Draft, advise manage IP rights agreements, including licence agreements, trademarks and copyrights.
• Undertake any other legal duties or projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Competencies

• LLB (Honours) with 6-9 years of relevant PQE
• Experience in financial advisory, life insurance, general and health insurance, privacy laws. Prior litigation experience is an advantage
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Able to work independently, be meticulous and have drive and initiative.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Providing legal support on establishing the compliance system and important business activities, including gaming, data privacy, corporate and etc.;
2. Analyzing legal issues under the regulations and policies of Singapore, Indonesia and other Southeast Asia countries, ensuring legitimacy and compliance, reducing regulatory and political risk efficiently;
3. Working strategically with the business on contract review and negotiation relating to all gaming projects and other issues；
4. Maintaining a good and continuous relation with the authorities in Singapore, Indonesia and other Southeast Asia countries;
5. Delivering legal and integrity training.

Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in law from higher education institution;
2. Admission to the Singapore Bar;
3. At least 5 years & above Post Qualification Experience (PQE) with reputable legal firms and TMT / Gaming companies;
4. Deep understanding on the culture, religion and legal system of Indonesia;
5. High efficiency and self-drive capability；
6. Fluency in both English and Mandarin is required, in order to liaise with mandarin counterparts.
7. Proficiency in Indonesian is a plus, particularly for handling legal matters in Indonesia.

About Integra Partners

Integra Partners is a leading venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies that leverage technology and financial services across five key themes in Southeast Asia: SME enablement, financial inclusion, healthcare, agri-food, and the environment. To date, we have invested in over 30 companies across these themes. We invest where profit meets purpose, looking for meaningful solutions that drive outsized returns.

Role Overview

Integra is seeking a legal counsel who will be primarily responsible for providing transactional support to the investment team on investments/divestments and other fund matters, as well as providing general compliance and regulatory support for Integra’s business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with external counsel and internal stakeholders in relation to fund formation, review and negotiate fund-related documentation
• Legal support on business matters relating to the Integra business
• Review and negotiate investment/divestment transaction documents
• Assist portfolio companies with ad-hoc corporate law matters
• Manage corporate secretarial matters alongside our corporate secretarial service providers
• Enforce compliance policies and procedures (including AML/KYC checks) in connection with Integra’s business and keeping abreast of regulatory/industry developments

Desired Skill Set and Attributes:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, with approximately 2-3 years in a legal function at a law firm
• Experience in relevant sectors (M&A and/or funds)
• Able to navigate complexity in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and work independently.
• Strong communication skills, fluent in written and spoken English

CNPLaw LLP (“CNPLaw”), a leading full-service Singapore law firm, is inviting experienced mid-level corporate lawyers to join our Corporate Advisory Practice Group as a Senior Legal Associate or Legal Associate. The ideal candidate should have:

• 2 – 4 years’ of post-qualification law firm experience
• at least 1 to 5 years’ PQE with solid corporate and commercial experience involving M&A and equity and debt investments; Newly called candidates may apply.
• good contract drafting, negotiation and research skills;
• willingness to work with and contribute to various teams across practice groups;
• the ability to run files with minimal supervision and lead junior lawyers;
• the ability to work well under pressure and multi-task efficiently; and
• a self-driven approach and positive attitude.

If you think you meet the above criteria and you are willing to rise to the challenge, please submit details of your educational background, career experience and also your personal aspirations to [email protected].

By doing so, you agree to CNPLaw collecting and using your personal data in accordance with its privacy policy, which can be accessed at https://www.cnplaw.com/privacypolicy.

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a varied range of commercial agreements (e.g. sales agreement, licensing agreements etc)
• Advising business stakeholders on all legal and regulatory matters, including data protection and IP matters
• Develop and review internal legal policies
• Drafting agreement templates and other legal documents to protect the Company’s interests
• Monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment.

Requirements:

• Degree holder and admission to Singapore bar (preferred)

CNPLaw LLP (“CNPLaw”), a leading full-service Singapore law firm, is inviting experienced mid-level corporate lawyers to join our Corporate Advisory Practice Group as a Senior Legal Associate or Legal Associate. The ideal candidate should have:

• 2 – 4 years’ of post-qualification law firm experience
• at least 1 to 5 years’ PQE with solid corporate and commercial experience involving M&A and equity and debt investments; Newly called candidates may apply.
• good contract drafting, negotiation and research skills;
• willingness to work with and contribute to various teams across practice groups;
• the ability to run files with minimal supervision and lead junior lawyers;
• the ability to work well under pressure and multi-task efficiently; and
• a self-driven approach and positive attitude.

If you think you meet the above criteria and you are willing to rise to the challenge, please submit details of your educational background, career experience and also your personal aspirations to [email protected].

By doing so, you agree to CNPLaw collecting and using your personal data in accordance with its privacy policy, which can be accessed at https://www.cnplaw.com/privacypolicy.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Primary Job Function

The Senior Counsel's primary role will be to provide legal advice and direction to all business divisions in Philippines and Indonesia, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics and nutrition. The Senior Counsel will report to the Area Counsel, Asia Pacific.

The Senior Counsel will provide strategic legal support to business divisions, assess legal risks and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Duties will include analysis and provision of legal advice focused on business-oriented solutions on a wide range of matters, including general commercial, privacy, competition and consumer law, disputes/litigation and employment work. The person in this role will assist in developing legal services support processes and systems for the businesses and in educating business teams on legal-related issues.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Counsel’s job responsibilities include the following:

• Identifies complex legal issues, develops solutions and implements mitigating resolutions
• Supports the business in the achievement of business objectives by rendering sound legal advice, appropriately balancing business growth and legal risk
• Distills complex legal issues efficiently and effectively for a business audience, often in novel or ambiguous situations
• Advocates for a position while maintaining collaborative and open-minded approach
• Leads cross-functional projects
• Willingness to develop an in-depth knowledge of Abbott’s businesses and the broader business impact
• Keeps abreast of changes in laws (anti-competition, data privacy, advertising & marketing)
• Regularly negotiates independently with customers, suppliers or government agencies on matters of strategic importance that affect a substantial portion of Abbott’s business or areas of significant importance to senior management

ACOUNTABILITY/SCOPE

• Advises business leaders and is recognized by these clients as both an expert in substantive legal and commercial advice
• Advises Area Counsel on critical projects within the region
• Executes core job responsibilities in an organized and timely manner
• Area of responsibility has significant and possibly material impact on Abbott
• Ability and willingness to travel

QUALIFICATIONS

• Law degree, preferably qualified in Southeast Asia
• Fluent in writing and speaking English, a Southeast Asia language would be advantageous
• 7+ years of relevant experience

Supervisory/Management responsibilities

• Helps the Area Counsel to develop Legal department strategy
• Serves as a role model and as a champion of the Legal department through work ethic, attitude, interpersonal skills and successful results

About the Role

This is your opportunity to join one of the world's leading reinsurers and work with a multi-jurisdictional and diverse team of legal & compliance professionals. The Legal Counsel shall manage legal and compliance issues relating to Swiss Re's operations in Asia with specific focus on Japan.

• Be a trusted, strategic partner to the business by providing timely, high quality legal advice and clearly articulating legal risks and opportunities;
• Draft and review of legal documents in relation to business transactions and initiatives;
• Identify and mitigate legal risks in new business models and initiatives;
• Apply legal practices, procedures and controls that are efficient and effective and comply with Group guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements;
• Manage compliance risks including establishing appropriate frameworks and processes;
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments in Japan and analyze their impact on Swiss Re;
• Assist on regulatory issues in Japan, including regulatory inspections and onsite reviews;
• Enhance corporate governance particularly relating to operation of the branches in Japan;
• Manage legal advice related to general corporate matters, with a strong focus on corporate structure, regulatory and licensing matters;
• Participate in Group and regional projects and other relevant tasks;
• Apply highest ethical standards and maintain independence as a lawyer.

About the Team

You will work with a multi-jurisdictional and diverse team of legal & compliance professionals operating in a global organization and culturally diverse environment to provide legal advice to support Swiss Re's businesses and operations, while safeguarding sound governance standards.

About You

• Bachelor's degree or above, majoring in law
• 8 years or above work experience in financial institutions or law firms
• Good communication and cross-cultural skills, fluent in English and Japanese
• Solid understanding of Japanese laws and regulations relevant to Swiss Re
• Familiar with global/local financial industry's regulatory trend. FSA interaction experience preferred.
• Strong business acumen, adaptive to change and agile
• Attention to details and ability to work independently
• Managing work independently, efficiently including proper prioritisation

Wee Swee Teow LLP is one of Singapore's oldest law firms. We provide a broad spectrum of legal services relating to dispute resolution, real estate, corporate, construction, intellectual property, family, trust and probate matters. We are a medium-sized firm with a collegiate atmosphere.

We continue to grow our suite of services to serve the evolving needs of clients around the world. As such, we are seeking motivated individuals to join our team as:

Legal Associate (Real estate/Corporate)

Requirements:

· At least 1 to 3 years’ PQE

· Good command of English, written and verbal

· Must have good interpersonal skills

· Conscientious and a team player

Interested applicants may send their CV, photograph and university transcripts to [email protected]. Only candidates who have been shortlisted for interviews will be contacted via email.

Introduction to GoNetZero

Who we are: In November 2022, GoNetZero was officially launched at COP27 in Egypt. We are a global decarbonisation solutions platform, headquartered in Singapore. We support customers on their end-to-end decarbonisation journey, from helping them acquire RECs, carbon credits, and using blockchain technology and data driven insights to assist in energy asset management.

Who we are looking for: GoNetZero caters to businesses of all sizes and across various industries. Our solutions are scalable and adaptable to meet the unique needs and challenges of each customer. As a high-growth business looking to expand internationally, we are looking for candidates who are entrepreneurial: self-driven, self-starters, and interested in creating a lasting impact in the climate technology space. As a rapidly scaling business, we thrive on adaptability and change, so if you are looking to join a fast-paced, exciting new business, join us!

We are seeking a highly motivated and aspiring individual to join our team as a Junior Legal and Compliance Executive. This role will focus on providing essential legal and compliance support to GoNetZero, particularly as we expand our operations into new markets, such as the European market.

GoNetZero is backed by Singapore Stock Exchange-listed Sembcorp Industries and is the carbon management business of Sembcorp Industries.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to deliver legal and compliance services in alignment with corporate goals and strategies.
• Provide legal support and advice to internal stakeholders and senior management on various legal and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and assist in negotiating commercial agreements, including sales and purchase agreements for Environmental Attributes (EA), Software as a Service (SaaS) agreements, licensing agreements, and project consultancy agreements.
• Review and offer recommendations on legal aspects related to existing commercial relationships, addressing pre-litigation disputes, and handling inquiries.
• Assist in the implementation of company policies, procedures, and standards related to legal and compliance matters.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and actively manage regulatory developments and compliance updates.
• Provide timely support on legal and compliance inquiries across operational aspects.
• Contribute to and support other projects and tasks as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Possess a Law degree at least 2 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Exposure to the tech sector would be beneficial.

Skills, Competences, and Preferred Characteristics:

• Demonstrates a high degree of independence, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-pressure environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to exercise sound legal judgment.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented, strategic-minded, and capable of handling multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Articulate, with good drafting skills and proficiency in English.

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Primary Job Function

The Senior Counsel's primary role will be to provide legal advice and direction to all business divisions in Philippines and Indonesia, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics and nutrition. The Senior Counsel will report to the Area Counsel, Asia Pacific.

The Senior Counsel will provide strategic legal support to business divisions, assess legal risks and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Duties will include analysis and provision of legal advice focused on business-oriented solutions on a wide range of matters, including general commercial, privacy, competition and consumer law, disputes/litigation and employment work. The person in this role will assist in developing legal services support processes and systems for the businesses and in educating business teams on legal-related issues.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Counsel’s job responsibilities include the following:

• Identifies complex legal issues, develops solutions and implements mitigating resolutions
• Supports the business in the achievement of business objectives by rendering sound legal advice, appropriately balancing business growth and legal risk
• Distills complex legal issues efficiently and effectively for a business audience, often in novel or ambiguous situations
• Advocates for a position while maintaining collaborative and open-minded approach
• Leads cross-functional projects
• Willingness to develop an in-depth knowledge of Abbott’s businesses and the broader business impact
• Keeps abreast of changes in laws (anti-competition, data privacy, advertising & marketing)
• Regularly negotiates independently with customers, suppliers or government agencies on matters of strategic importance that affect a substantial portion of Abbott’s business or areas of significant importance to senior management

ACOUNTABILITY/SCOPE

• Advises business leaders and is recognized by these clients as both an expert in substantive legal and commercial advice
• Advises Area Counsel on critical projects within the region
• Executes core job responsibilities in an organized and timely manner
• Area of responsibility has significant and possibly material impact on Abbott
• Ability and willingness to travel

QUALIFICATIONS

• Law degree, preferably qualified in Southeast Asia
• Fluent in writing and speaking English, a Southeast Asia language would be advantageous
• 7+ years of relevant experience

Supervisory/Management responsibilities

• Helps the Area Counsel to develop Legal department strategy
• Serves as a role model and as a champion of the Legal department through work ethic, attitude, interpersonal skills and successful results

Role Purpose

Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will provide real-time legal advice and support to the bulk businesses and the bulk corporate team. Whilst the role will incorporate both contentious and non-contentious work, the focus will be on providing contentious support for the Swire Bulk chartering and operations teams.

Role Accountabilities

Business Partnering

· Provide real-time legal support to the commercial departments, with particular focus on the Swire Bulk chartering and operations teams.

· Support commercial teams in the resolution of contentious issues including real-time guidance on risk-mitigation, tactical and strategic issues and appropriate escalation.

Legal Support

· Day-to-day management of formal dispute proceedings in various jurisdictions, coordinating commercial teams, insurers, clubs, and external counsel as required.

· Draft, review and advise on legal documents (including charter agreements, service agreements, equipment purchase/hire agreements, shipbuilding contracts, etc) and assist with the negotiation of such documents where required.

· Provide legal support on special projects such as the acquisition of businesses/assets, as required.

External Relationships/Knowledge

· Maintain and develop strong relationships with external legal partners, insurers and support providers.

· Keep abreast of relevant legal developments and provide updates/training to the commercial teams as appropriate.

Crisis Management

· Make every effort to be aware of and understand your role in the event of a crisis.

· Make every effort to attend any relevant training, simulations and or meetings relating to Crisis Management.

· Perform your role as best as possible in a calm and collaborative manner in line with the relevant policy and procedures in the event of a Crisis.

· Provide input and feedback towards the ongoing improvement of the Crisis Management framework and procedure.

Safety

· Take responsibility for your safety and that of those around you by displaying safety leadership principles.

· Challenge and stop unsafe acts and behaviours or unsafe conditions.

· Comply with the Global Safety Standards, Polices and Operating Procedures.

Key Qualifications & Skills

Qualifications

· English or Singapore qualified lawyer.

· At least 5– 8 years PQE gained in the shipping department of an international law firm.

· Experience in a P&I/FD&D club or ship-owner preferred.

Professional Skills

· Genuine understanding of the shipping industry.

· Able to manage conflicting demands from multiple business clients in a fast-paced environment while paying attention to detail.

· Ability to prioritise.

Technical Skills

· Strong litigation background with experience of the day-to-day management of contentious cases (under the guidance of a partner/manager).

· Excellent drafting skills with experience of drafting contentious correspondence and formal submissions. Contract drafting experience welcome.

· Non-contentious experience is desirable (but not essential), particularly ship-finance or corporate.

About Us

Sygnum is the world’s first bank for digital assets, founded in Switzerland and Singapore, and operating globally. We make digital assets bankable, secure, and convenient, empowering our clients to invest in the digital asset economy with complete trust. Sygnum’s diverse and talented team of banking, investment and DLT (Distributed Ledger Technology) experts is pioneering access to future finance and shaping the development of a trusted digital asset ecosystem.

We are looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join our Singapore headquarters as part of our dynamic team of talented, fun-loving individuals.

What we offer

• Work in the interdisciplinary legal team within the Legal and Compliance unit
• Cover a wide range of legal topics (including employment-, contract-, corporate-, tax-, data- and DLT law), regulatory and corporate housekeeping and related administrative activities
• Work independently within the legal team
• Are a trusted go-to person for all legal related matters to various internal and external stakeholders
• Negotiate agreements with external providers
• Lead and assist in a variety of department and bank-wide projects
• Review and draft agreements, internal guidelines, and templates
• Provide legal advice in structuring, negotiating, and documenting complex and structured lending agreements
• Advice on legal aspects of asset management in an international environment, including the acquisition, disposition and management of assets
• Conduct research, legal assessments, and draft legal memos on complex topics
• Flexibility to work from home and with working hours

What you offer

• A law degree from a reputable law school and bar admission
  Minimum 3-6 years of proven experience in the MAS regulated financial services industry as an in-house counsel.
  Good understanding of financial market regulations and interest to work on a broad range of legal subject matters.
  Interest in the latest trends in legal, the FinTech and RegTech industry as well as cryptocurrencies and blockchain (experience is an asset).
  Functional knowledge in relevant areas of law, i.e. banking law, corporate matters and contract law in general, web3 and regulatory matters.
  Independent, efficient, and systematic way of working with a proactive can-do attitude.
  Courage to provide clear guidance and practicable solutions based on own assessments.
  Good legal drafting skills.
  A positive, forward-thinking personality with a high degree of integrity, business acumen, openness to feedback and ability to work under pressure.
  Problem-solving ability and mental flexibility to find pragmatic solutions supporting the Business with innovative products and business concepts.
  Goal and results oriented, able to work with minimal direction and providing hands-on and practicable solutions (with a good commercial business sense).
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong stakeholder management capabilities.
  

Nice to have:

• Fluency in Mandarin would be an advantage
• Familiarity with the Payment Services Act, Securities and Futures Act, Personal Data Protection Act and Technology Risk Management guidelines in Singapore
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in other Asian jurisdictions
• Experience working with start-ups or fintech companies

Our Benefits

• The chance to be part of a movement shaping the future of our world’s financial system.
• Salary packages in line with market and chances to leave individual footprints.
• An amazing, diverse, highly skilled, international, and motivated team of professionals.
• Be guided by experienced leadership teams with a track record of scaling and facilitating smart growth. Learn and grow with the best in the industry.

If you’re passionate for technology and blockchain with a massive worldwide impact, then please send us your CV!