Commercial Counsel - Solar & Renewable Projects

9 SOLAR FINTECH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

9 SOLAR FINTECH PTE. LTD. is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support across the company’s operations, focusing on renewable energy and solar projects.

You will advise management on regulatory matters, review and negotiate commercial agreements, and manage legal risks for investments, financing, and corporate transactions. The role involves coordinating with external counsel, advising on governance matters, and tracking regulatory changes to ensure compliance in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law from a recognised university.
• Qualified to practise law in Singapore or another recognised common-law jurisdiction is preferred.
• 3–6 years of relevant legal experience, ideally in law firm or in-house.
• Experience in corporate and commercial law, contract drafting and negotiation is essential.
• Experience in renewable energy or solar sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial contracts and legal documents.
• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, contractual and regulatory matters.
• Support solar and renewable energy projects, including project-related agreements and financing.
• Assist with corporate transactions including investments, fundraising, financing, restructuring, JV.
• Identify legal risks and provide practical, commercially viable recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore laws and internal policies.
• Liaise with external lawyers, corporate secretaries, government authorities, financial institutions, insurers and partners.
• Support corporate governance, including board resolutions and approvals.
• Monitor changes in laws and advise on impact.
• Develop and maintain contract management records.
• Assist in managing disputes or regulatory matters with external counsel.
• Provide general legal support and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.)

Job description

9 SOLAR FINTECH PTE. LTD. is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support across the company’s operations, focusing on renewable energy and solar projects.

You will advise management on regulatory matters, review and negotiate commercial agreements, and manage legal risks for investments, financing, and corporate transactions. The role involves coordinating with external counsel, advising on governance matters, and tracking regulatory changes to ensure compliance in Singapore.