Global Legal Counsel - Cross-Border & Compliance

HAILIDE INTERNATIONAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hailide International (Singapore)Pte Ltd. is seeking an experienced in-house lawyer to lead overseas legal, compliance and governance. You will support the HQ, monitor regulatory developments, draft and negotiate cross-border agreements, and advise on sanctions, export controls, IP and data privacy across overseas entities.

The role requires strong English drafting, Chinese language ability, 8+ years in international practice, and willingness to travel to support global operations.

Qualifications

• Education and professional qualification as a lawyer; Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Minimum 8 years in-house or private practice with cross-border experience.
• Strong knowledge of international contracts, sanctions, export controls and dispute resolution.
• Excellent English drafting; Chinese language ability preferred for overseas work.
• Willingness to travel for business and manage cross-cultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Support HQ to enhance overseas legal, compliance and governance practices across entities.
• Monitor regulatory developments in key overseas markets and advise on risks.
• Draft, review and negotiate cross-border agreements (sales, procurement, distribution, agency, etc.).
• Oversee overseas employment, agency and consultancy agreements; advise on hiring and compliance risks.
• Support overseas investment and construction projects with due diligence and contract review.
• Advise on sanctions, export controls, customs, origin and trade remedy issues.
• Provide practical legal guidance and training to business teams; escalate significant risks.

Skills

Cross-border transactions

International trade

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Data privacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Master’s degree in Law (advantage)

Job description

Hailide International (Singapore)Pte Ltd. is seeking an experienced in-house lawyer to lead overseas legal, compliance and governance. You will support the HQ, monitor regulatory developments, draft and negotiate cross-border agreements, and advise on sanctions, export controls, IP and data privacy across overseas entities.

The role requires strong English drafting, Chinese language ability, 8+ years in international practice, and willingness to travel to support global operations.