Bilingual AI & Tech Legal Counsel - APAC-Cross-Border

Stanley Executive Search, Inc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanley Executive Search, Inc is hiring a full-time Legal Counsel (法律顾问) based in Singapore. The role focuses on AI technology, data privacy, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and cross-border transactions across the APAC region, with particular emphasis on Singapore and China.

You will draft, review, and negotiate technology licensing, SaaS, partnership, and vendor contracts; monitor evolving AI regulations; advise on cross-border deals; and collaborate with product, engineering,

Qualifications

• Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Qualified to practice law in Singapore or a common law jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE), preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience.
• Fluency in both English and Chinese (Mandarin) is mandatory, including the capability to draft and negotiate legal documents in both languages.
• Strong knowledge of AI, data privacy, intellectual property, and technology law.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on AI-related matters, including data privacy, IP, licensing, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts such as technology licensing, SaaS, partnership, and vendor agreements.
• Monitor and analyze evolving AI regulations and policies across key jurisdictions (Singapore, China, and APAC).
• Advise on cross-border transactions and ensure compliance with local and international legal frameworks.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams to mitigate legal risks in AI product development and deployment.
• Manage external counsel, legal budgets, and support corporate governance, M&A, or strategic initiatives as needed.

Skills

English fluency

Mandarin Chinese

Education

Law degree (LLB/JD)

Job description

Stanley Executive Search, Inc is hiring a full-time Legal Counsel (法律顾问) based in Singapore. The role focuses on AI technology, data privacy, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and cross-border transactions across the APAC region, with particular emphasis on Singapore and China.

You will draft, review, and negotiate technology licensing, SaaS, partnership, and vendor contracts; monitor evolving AI regulations; advise on cross-border deals; and collaborate with product, engineering,