Job Description

GIC is one of the world\'s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world\'s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore\'s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Legal and Compliance Department

We govern, structure, negotiate and execute the largest and most complex deals globally, across all asset classes.

Legal

You will be empowered to structure, negotiate, review, draft and prepare legal documentation for our investment and corporate activities. You will also have the opportunity to lead and manage all disputes and litigation for GIC.

What impact can you make in this role?

You will be part of a team that manages the legal, regulatory, compliance, and reputational risks of GIC.

We are looking for a highly motivated, high calibre Corporate/M&A lawyer to join our Legal Division as an Assistant Vice President to partner with investment professionals in GIC Real Estate (RE) group in their investment activities.

What will you do as an AVP, Legal & Compliance?

• Identify key legal and reputational risks in transactions arising from investment activities, recommend and implement solutions.
• Liaise and consult with top international and local law firms on a variety of legal matters to support investment activities, with a view to delivering superior services on a cost-effective basis.
• Value add when managing the transaction process of investments and reviewing the associated contracts
• Contribute and promote teamwork and collaboration among the LCD team.
• Participate in or contribute to GIC-wide initiatives and projects as needed on a global basis.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• You should have a law degree with strong academic results from a good university, with at least 5 years\' post qualification experience as a Corporate/M&A lawyer (whether in private practice or in-house). Relevant pan-Asian M&A experience will be an advantage.
• You possess an analytical mind, are intellectually curious, with a good knowledge of commercial laws, and able to identify legal risks in the context of the business\' interest.
• You have good negotiating skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to effectively represent GIC in dealings with counterparties and with internal parties.
• You are adaptable to changes and are resourceful, can multitask within tight timelines, able to work independently and in a team, with drive and a strong desire to succeed.
• An openness to overseas work stint in the future.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

As an employer, we passionately believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of GIC teams to drive competitive performance. An inclusive environment yields exceptional contribution.

Learn more about our Legal & Compliance Department here:
https://gic.careers/group/legal-compliance/

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