Job Description

What the role is:Overview of MOM: At the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), we strive to build a Great Workforce and a Great Workplace. We work to achieve a globally competitive workforce and great workplace, for a cohesive society and a secure economic future for all Singaporeans. Our work transcends the boundaries of our desks - it takes us to real workplaces all over Singapore. We are continually on the lookout for individuals who want to make a difference and impact lives in the core areas of our work. You will provide administrative support in respect of some central functions of the new Civil Department in the MOM Legal Services Division (LSD) - specifically in respect of debt recovery (DR) and knowledge management (KM). You will ensure that the DR process is timely, maintain an up-to-date and comprehensive KM and ensure the smooth functioning of the LSD legal library.What you will be working on:Your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following - Support Legal Associates/Legal Counsels with debt recovery (DR) & instalment plan approval (IPA) matters by keeping track of the outstanding cases and their statutory deadlines Liaise with law firms in commencing legal action, approval/rejection of IPA, writing off, etc., with guidance from Legal Associates/Legal Counsels where necessary Maintain the knowledge management (KM) database legal advice on (i) procedural and substantive law, (ii) agreements and (iii) legislative amendment. Update in-house training materials and conduct training on the KM database Maintain and ensure smooth functioning of the LSD legal libraryWhat we are looking for:

• Diploma in Law or equivalent qualification 2 years of experience in DR, legal knowledge management or legal library management is preferred. Candidates with no working experience is welcome to apply. Organised, meticulous, independent and self-motivated, a team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills An interest in learning about KM and legal library management systems, as well as in optimising and managing debt recovery methods An interest in keeping up with the latest developments in the law

About Ministry of Manpower:The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) aims to develop a productive workforce and progressive workplaces, for Singaporeans to have better jobs and a secure retirement. In a rapidly changing global economic landscape, Singapore's workforce and workplace practices have to remain adaptable. MOM's policies help enhance the workforce's profile, promote lifelong employability and income security for Singaporeans, as well as foster excellent working environments that are fair and safe. As an MOM officer, you will get to work in a range of exciting areas to help the Ministry attain its goals, including manpower policy, industrial relations, workplace safety and foreign employment regulation. MOM is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all.

Ministry of Manpower