Global Contract Leader - Negotiation, Risk & Strategy

Singtel; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Legal Contract Manager to provide end-to-end legal support for commercial contracts in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Law with at least 10 years of experience in the TMT sector and must be proficient in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts. Skills in problem-solving and stakeholder management are essential. This role involves collaborating with various teams and ensuring compliance with legal standards and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in TMT industry.
• Strong experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contracts with suppliers and partners.
• Provide legal advice on commercial matters.
• Manage legal risks in line with company policies.
• Support global operations and maintain documentation.

Skills

Commercial contract drafting

Legal advice

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Law

Admitted to practice in Malaysia, Singapore, or the UK

Job description

Be a part of something BIG!

Say

Be a part of something BIG!

Say HELLO to BIG Possibilities with Singtel KL (Sudong MY Sdn Bhd)!

Singtel is Asia's leading communications technology group, our presence spans across 21 countries in Asia, Australia, and Africa. We thrive on innovation, digital transformation, and harnessing next-generation technology to create a more sustainable and digital future. Now, we are bringing this energy to Kuala Lumpur with the launch of our brand-new Shared Services Centre.

The Legal Contract Manager plays a strategic role in supporting Singtel’s Corporate Functions by providing end-to-end legal support across commercial contracting activities. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with domestic and global suppliers and partners, while working closely with Singapore-based stakeholders. You will act as a trusted legal advisor, providing pragmatic and commercially sound solutions, managing legal risks, and supporting business objectives in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.

Make an Impact by

• Draft and negotiate contracts – Lead end-to-end drafting, review, and negotiation of procurement, partnership, and commercial agreements, with a particular focus on telecommunications, IT and/or procurement related transactions
• Provide strategic legal advice – Offer practical, risk-based legal guidance on contractual, commercial, and operational matters
• Partner with stakeholders – Work closely with business units including IT, Networks, Corporate Functions, and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives
• Manage legal risk – Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks in line with Singtel Group policies
• Support global operations – Provide remote legal support to Singapore-based teams and collaborate with Group Legal
• Maintain documentation – Ensure proper documentation, contract governance, and retention of organisational knowledge
• Drive consistency – Apply standard processes, policies, and best practices across contract management activities
• Resolve complex issues – Take the lead in addressing legal and commercial challenges with strong problem-solving and negotiation skills
• Build strong relationships – Develop effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across geographies
  
  

Skills For Success

• Degree in Law and admitted to practice in Malaysia, Singapore, or the UK
• Minimum of 10 years’ post‑qualification experience (PQE) gained in a reputable law firm or in‑house environment.
• Prior experience within the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) industry will be a strong advantage.
• Strong experience in commercial contract drafting, review, and negotiation
• Solid understanding of corporate, commercial, and contract law
• Experience handling cross-border contracting matters
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities effectively
• Strong business acumen with the ability to provide pragmatic, solution-oriented advice
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, dynamic environment