Head of Legal (Corporate & Commercial Law)

Stafflink Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic enterprise in Singapore is seeking a Legal Department Head to establish and lead the legal team. Key responsibilities include providing legal advice on corporate governance, managing relationships with external legal firms, and ensuring compliance with laws. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s in Law and at least 3 years of experience in corporate legal affairs. Strong knowledge of corporate law and contract negotiation is required. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their legal career in a fast-growing company.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in corporate legal affairs or private practice.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and international trade regulations.
• Experience in the Marine or Trading industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the Legal Department according to business needs.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance and M&A.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts in multiple languages.
• Manage relationships with external legal firms.
• Ensure compliance with laws and company policies.

Skills

Corporate governance advice

Contract negotiation

Knowledge of corporate law

Experience in M&A

Familiarity with Southeast Asian legal environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law

Job description

Overview

Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Work Location: Tanjong Pagar (walking distance from the MRT)

A rapidly growing Singapore-based enterprise with diverse business interests spanning commodity trading, industrial project development, and international investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and lead the Legal Department according to the company’s business growth and strategic needs.

• Provide legal advice and support for corporate governance, M&A, commodity trading, and overseas industrial project development.

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements in multiple languages, including English and Chinese, to meet business and regulatory requirements.

• Manage relationships with external legal firms and oversee domestic and cross-border legal issues.

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

• Support management on business-related legal strategies and other assigned legal matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law.

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in corporate legal affairs or private practice.

• Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and international trade regulations; experience in M&A or engineering-related projects is an advantage.

• Familiarity with the legal environment in Southeast Asia.

• Experience in the Marine or Trading industry is preferred.

• Must be willing to travel overseas for business trips (e.g., Africa and other regions).

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants, please click on “Apply Now”.

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Stafflink Services Pte Ltd

EA Licence No.: 04C4294

EA Personnel: Chua Xue Min (Joesefyn)

EA Personnel Reg. No.: R23113090