Legal Counsel, Asia

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeThe purpose of this role is to deliver high-quality legal advice to a specific business unit/division, ensuring effective risk management and compliance across the organisation. This position involves representing the company by offering comprehensive legal guidance, strategic solutions, and proactive management of legal matters with minimal supervision. The focus is on identifying and resolving the companyxe2x80x99s concerns, issues, risks, and liabilities through in-depth analysis and the development of strategic legal practices.
Additionally, this role includes support for corporate secretarial (Co-Sec) duties. Responsibilities will encompass assisting in the preparation and maintenance of statutory books and records, ensuring the timely submission of required documents to regulatory authorities, and aiding in the organisation and administration of board meetings. The successful candidate will offer advice on corporate governance issues, ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and assist in the management of shareholder relations.
This expanded role requires a legal professional who can balance multiple priorities and communicate effectively with stakeholders both within and outside the organisation while maintaining a high standard of professional ethics and confidentiality.Your new role:

  • Proactively anticipate and identify legal issues, providing counsel to management to develop effective strategies and solutions tailored to different jurisdictions across Asia (such as Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong).
  • Establish and maintain robust relationships with internal and external parties, leveraging in-depth legal knowledge to effectively resolve inquiries and legal matters.
  • Conduct thorough research and draft legal documents while addressing regulatory issues across complex and high-risk scenarios in multiple jurisdictions.
  • Advise on diverse legal matters, assess associated risks, and recommend bespoke solutions for specific business segments operating across different legal frameworks.
  • Actively contribute to decision-making processes by collaborating with internal partners and participating in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Foster a culture of legal risk awareness and effective risk management within the business.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, internal policies, and procedures applicable in various jurisdictions.
  • Continuously identify and evaluate legal risks by monitoring relevant developments and proposing strategic organisational responses.
  • Prioritise and delegate workload effectively to enhance departmental efficiency.
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining robust legal infrastructure and corporate secretarial processes across different regions.
About you:
  • Relevant post-qualification experience in a similar role, with specific exposure to international and multi-jurisdictional legal environments.
Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications Include:
  • Tertiary Degree in Law or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • Certifications/licensing as a lawyer qualified to practice in relevant jurisdictions.
  • Experience in corporate governance and compliance, particularly in Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Singapore.
About QBE:What if you could have a positive impact xe2x80x93 at work and in the world?At QBE, wexe2x80x99re enabling a more resilient future xe2x80x93 for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. Wexe2x80x99re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the centre of our success.Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, youxe2x80x99ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And with more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, our scale means wexe2x80x99re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.QBE Asiaxe2x80x99s operations is part of the QBE International Division, and has had a presence in Asia for more than 130 years with offices in: Singapore, Hong Kong & Macau, Malaysia and Vietnam. We continue to be recognised for our ongoing focus on digital innovation to deliver exceptional value and operational excellence for our customers, business partners, people and the community. We support ESG efforts through the QBE Foundation, which helps to create strong, resilient and inclusive communities, by focusing investment and efforts on two key areas where we believe we can have the greatest impact xe2x80x93 climate resilience and inclusion.Join us now, so you can be part of our success xe2x80x93 and we can be part of yours.Your career at QBE xe2x80x94 Letxe2x80x99s make it happen.BenefitsExcited to share our comprehensive benefits package at QBE! xf0x9fx8cx9fxf0x9fx8cx9f Flex and hybrid working optionsxf0x9fx8fxa1 Work from home policyxf0x9fx91xa8xe2x80x8dxf0x9fx91xa9xe2x80x8dxf0x9fx91xa7 Paternity leaves matching with maternity leavexf0x9fxa7x98xe2x80x8dxe2x99x80xefxb8x8f Well-being programsxf0x9fx92xb0 Pensionsxf0x9fxa9xba Medical benefitsxf0x9fx8cx8d Globally, access to online learning via LinkedIn Learningxf0x9fx91xaa On top of annual leaves, 3 additional days off (Family care leaves)xf0x9fx93x9a Study leavexf0x9fx92x8d Marriage leavexf0x9fx8ex81 Internal Appreciation program with points to redeem nice merchandize and life experiencesJoin us and enjoy a work environment that values your well-being and personal growth! xf0x9fx8cx9f #EmployeeBenefits #WorkLifeBalance #CareerDevelopmentGlobal Disclaimer:The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employeexe2x80x99s normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.US Only Disclaimer:To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.Skills: Business Law, Communication, Contract Management, Critical Thinking, Intentional collaboration, Legal Consulting, Legal Documents, Legal Risk, Litigation Management, Managing performance, Negotiation, Professional Networking, Research Analysis, Sound Judgment, Team ManagementHow to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.

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  • Job Id
    JD1490540
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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