Job Description

This role will report to the Assistant General Counsel and work closely with business units and internal stakeholders to advance and protect the company\xe2\x80\x99s business. The Legal Counsel acts as a strategic legal partner to the business units solving problems creatively and resolving their legal needs. He/she should demonstrate strong willingness to engage in, and take the lead for, building creative strategies and solutions to legal and commercial issues l to support organisational management and growth. He/she will support the implementation of policies, procedures, and best practices by gaining a thorough understanding and compliance with internal practices.

Key responsibilities

• Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience (PQE) acquired in a reputable local law firm or in-house legal role with strong background in commercial, privacy, cybersecurity, and constructions contracts.
• Provide sound legal advice in a fast paced and dynamic working environment to business units within the company.
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety of commercial and construction contracts
• Liaise and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to obtain and address feedback on commercial contracts and operational issues.
• Develop and implement processes and procedures to increase efficiency in contract reviews.
• Provide legal education and trainings to business units; and manage compliance programs and policies/procedures.
• Participant in change management to support implementation and recommend changes and best practices.
• Manage disputes and litigations matters.

Requirements

• Law degree (Singapore or other recognized law school)
• Minimum of 10 years post qualification experience (PQE) acquired in a reputable local law firm or in-house with property development/construction experience and familiar with leasing and building facility contracts. Background in dealing with IT related contract e.g. purchase of software/hardware is a plus.
• Excellent knowledge of local laws and regulations with particular emphasis on telecommunications, IT, real estate matters including construction of buildings and building facility contracts.
• Strong ability to draft and negotiate commercial contracts, and able to lead in negotiations.
• Strong legal/contract analytical skills with a good eye for detail and sound knowledge of general corporate and contract law.
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Self-starter, proactive and able to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team in a dynamic and fast paced environment to meet critical deadlines.

Company Reg No.: 201131609D, Licence No.: 11C4684

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