Total 2 legal public security job vacancies in mpa tanjong pagar complex block

The Company

Our client is a rapidly growing macro alternative investment manager, the firm specializes in trading interest rate products, vanilla equities, FX, and rates, operating across the Asian financial markets. The Singapore office, established in 2020, houses a diverse team of approximately 30 professionals, including traders, business development specialists, portfolio managers, and partners. This is a new role supporting the head of legal and compliance in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

Legal Support

• Review, draft, and negotiate legal documentation for trading activities, including ISDA agreements, custody agreements, prime brokerage agreements, and fund administration contracts.
• Provide legal support for fund structuring and documentation, primarily in Cayman and Singapore jurisdictions.
• Assist with the legal documentation needs of a parallel fund, particularly during its initial setup phase in 2025, and manage ongoing compliance BAU tasks.

Compliance Oversight

• Monitor and enhance the firm’s compliance program, ensuring adherence to MAS regulations for licensed fund managers and other relevant compliance regimes in the region.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain regulatory compliance across trading and business activities.
• Support the COO in regulatory reporting and operational risk matters.

Additional Contributions

• Engage in cross-functional projects, transitioning from legal to compliance as the role evolves.
• Assist with template-based documentation to handle high-volume, routine legal tasks efficiently.

Requirements

Professional Expertise

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the asset management or hedge fund industry, with exposure to both legal and compliance functions.
• In-depth knowledge of MAS rules and regulations, as well as compliance frameworks in Singapore and other regional jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with ISDA documentation, trading agreements, and fund-related contracts.
• Experience with hedge fund operations and knowledge of SFC compliance regimes is a significant advantage.

Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer preferred; candidates with relevant paralegal experience will be considered.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements impacting licensed fund managers.
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English is highly desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Adaptable and willing to transition between legal and compliance roles.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to work effectively with internal stakeholders and external counterparties.

The Company

Our client is a globally recognized FMCG and iconic brand leader in family-friendly entertainment. Known for its extensive licensing and merchandising network, the company has built a legacy of delighting fans across generations and is committed to operating with integrity, creativity, and innovation. This APAC HQ organization works across borders to ensure brand protection, adherence to legal standards, and excellence in compliance. To support its growing legal needs, the company is looking for a skilled Legal Manager (new position) to join its team in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Reporting into the finance department, you will provide strategic legal guidance, oversee compliance initiatives, and manage a small legal team. Specific responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute legal strategies to manage risk and ensure compliance with relevant laws, including corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, such as vendor and client agreements, aligning them with company objectives and mitigating risks.
• Oversee and resolve legal disputes, including managing litigation with external counsel, to protect the company’s interests.
• Mentor and manage a junior legal team member, collaborate across departments, and address counterfeit and infringement cases with headquarters.
• Assist in creating and implementing internal policies that promote legal compliance and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (PDPA), overseeing data processing activities within legal requirements.
• Work closely with senior management and other teams to offer legal insights and support strategic business decisions.

Requirements

• Ideally Singapore qualified but open to commonwealth bar qualification or those with a law degree (minimum requirement), with at least 5 years of experience, ideally in licensing, intellectual property, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property law and licensing, with practical experience in corporate and contract law.
• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills, combined with strong verbal and written communication.
• Proven ability to lead and manage projects with a high level of organization and attention to deadlines.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role within a legal department would be helpful.