Global Defense Contracts & Compliance Counsel

PEOPLE PROFILERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 156,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

People Profilers Pte. Ltd. in Singapore invites a Senior Legal Counsel and Contract Manager to join a permanent role in the defence and aerospace sector.

The successful candidate will manage complex international contracts, guide internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, and oversee compliance programs. With 5+ years of experience, an advanced degree in law or business, and willingness to travel regionally, you will draft and negotiate agreements, assess financial and legal risk, and

Qualifications

• Advanced academic background in Law, Contract Management, or Business equivalent to a Master's degree.
• 10 to 15 years of experience as a legal counsel or contract manager in an international context within a multinational company.
• Experience in the Defence or Aviation sector is preferred.
• Willingness to travel regionally up to once a month and to Europe up to once a year.

Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and negotiate contractual documents with various stakeholders.
• Contribute to internal risk reviews and financial exposure assessments.
• Establish and maintain the contractual baseline throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide strategic and operational contractual advice to internal teams.
• Support compliance processes including third-party screenings and trade compliance.

Skills

Contract management

Legal counsel

Risk assessment

Stakeholder guidance

Education

Master's degree in Law or Business

Job description

People Profilers Pte. Ltd. in Singapore invites a Senior Legal Counsel and Contract Manager to join a permanent role in the defence and aerospace sector.

The successful candidate will manage complex international contracts, guide internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, and oversee compliance programs. With 5+ years of experience, an advanced degree in law or business, and willingness to travel regionally, you will draft and negotiate agreements, assess financial and legal risk, and