Associate (Funds)

Withers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Withers in Singapore is looking for an Associate to join their Funds practice. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and negotiating agreements, advising on regulatory compliance, and providing legal support to fund managers and investors.

We seek a technically strong candidate with 1–2 years of post-qualification experience, excellent communication, and drafting skills. The role offers a collaborative environment with experienced lawyers.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years post-qualification experience is desirable.
• Admitted to practice in Singapore.
• Prior funds experience highly preferable.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate agreements for fund-related work.
• Advise on regulatory compliance for fund managers and investors.
• Provide ongoing legal support in a collegiate team.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent drafting skills

Analytical and organized

Excellent research skills

Able to manage multiple tasks

Education

Admitted to practice in Singapore

1–2 years post-qualification experience

Job description

Job Title: Associate

Practice Group: Funds

Location: Singapore

Role

We are seeking a technically strong and ambitious associate with the ability to develop clients. The role focuses on all aspects of funds‑related work, including drafting and negotiating agreements, advising on regulatory compliance, and providing ongoing legal support to fund managers and investors. The associate will work closely under the supervision of experienced lawyers in a collegiate team and will be expected to hone technical and client development skills.

Key Skills & Experience

• 1–2 years post‑qualification experience is desirable.
• Admitted to practice in Singapore.
• Prior funds experience highly preferable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• Analytical, organized, detailed and able to exercise initiative.
• Excellent research skills.
• Able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Able to manage multiple tasks.

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement

It is the policy of Withers KhattarWong LLP to provide equal opportunities for all employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion. Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.