Legal Counsel

China Merchants Bank Co., Ltd; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled legal advisor to provide comprehensive legal support in banking and financial services. This role involves drafting and negotiating various legal agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing legal disputes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in banking law, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external legal counsel. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of internal policies and enhance compliance awareness within the organization.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of post-qualification experience in banking law.
• Admitted to practice law in Singapore or a Commonwealth jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on banking and financial services matters.
• Review and negotiate legal agreements, including loan and service agreements.
• Conduct legal training for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Corporate Governance

Contract Negotiation

Dispute Resolution

Legal Documentation

Legal Training

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Master of Laws (LLM)

Job description

Job description

• Provide legal advice across a broad range of banking and financial services matters, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and commercial contracts.

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of legal agreements, including loan agreements, service agreements, financial transactions, and other commercial contracts.

• Draft, review, and advice on ISDA related matters.

• Assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

• Manage and support the resolution of legal disputes and potential litigation matters, including coordination with external legal counsel when necessary.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prepare and advise on legal documentation, as well as on internal policies and procedures.

• Effectively manage external counsel when engaged.

• Conduct legal and compliance training for internal stakeholders on legal and compliance issues, promoting awareness of relevant legal frameworks within the organization.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by, or in the absence of, the Head of Legal & Compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a reputable university; a Master of Laws (LLM) or relevant professional certifications in banking or financial services law will be an advantage.

• Admitted to practice law in Singapore and/or a Commonwealth jurisdiction.

• Minimum 2 - 4 years of Post Qualification experience.

• Relevant experience in banking law, either in private practice or in an in-house legal role.