Corporate Lawyer

Hydra Host, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydra Host, Inc. is seeking a qualified Corporate Lawyer based in Singapore to advise on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and corporate structuring. The successful candidate will manage transactions and ensure compliance with Singapore law while liaising with regulators and external counsels.

Requirements include being a qualified lawyer with 2–8 years PQE in corporate practice, strong skills in drafting and negotiation, and experience in cross-border transactions desirable.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in Singapore or common law jurisdiction required.
• Typically 2–8 years PQE in corporate practice necessary.
• Strong experience in M&A and corporate finance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on M&A transactions and corporate structuring.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence to identify transactional risks.
• Structure deals in compliance with Singapore regulations.
• Manage transaction timelines and coordinate closings.

Skills

M&A transactions

Drafting transactional documents

Legal due diligence

Singapore regulatory compliance

Negotiation skills

Client management

Fast-paced environment

Education

Qualified lawyer in Singapore or common law jurisdiction

2–8+ years PQE

Job description

# Corporate Lawyer at Hydra Host## Corporate Lawyer### **Role Overview**A Corporate Lawyer advises clients on a wide range of corporate and commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity deals, joint ventures, and general corporate structuring. The role involves managing transactions end-to-end, ensuring compliance with Singapore law, and coordinating with cross-border counsel where necessary.### **Key Responsibilities*** Advise clients on **M&A transactions**, including share and asset purchases, disposals, and restructuring* Draft, review, and negotiate **transactional documents** (e.g., SPAs, shareholders’ agreements, subscription agreements)* Conduct and oversee **legal due diligence** and identify transactional risks* Structure deals in compliance with **Singapore regulatory frameworks** (e.g., Companies Act, SGX rules if applicable)* Liaise with **regulators, counterparties, and external counsel** on multi-jurisdictional matters* Support **private equity and venture capital investments*** Provide general **corporate advisory**, including governance and compliance matters* Manage transaction timelines and coordinate closings### **Qualifications & Requirements*** Qualified lawyer in Singapore (called to the Singapore Bar) or common law jurisdiction (UK, AU, etc., depending on firm requirements)* Typically **2–8+ years PQE** (Post-Qualification Experience) in corporate/transactional practice* Strong experience in **M&A, capital markets, or corporate finance*** Familiarity with **Singapore legal and regulatory environment*** Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills* Ability to work in a **fast-paced, deal-driven environment**### **Preferred Skills*** Experience with **cross-border transactions in ASEAN*** Exposure to **private equity / venture capital deals*** Commercial mindset with strong client management skills* Familiar or strong desire to learn Compliance and employment related items, i.e Visa* Ability to handle multiple transactions simultaneously