Head of Legal, Singapore

VOPAK TERMINALS SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head of Legal in Singapore to provide independent legal advice and guidance across various business units. The role demands a deep legal expertise paired with commercial acumen to shape sound legal frameworks. Responsibilities include managing legal issues, compliance training, and supporting corporate governance initiatives.

Benefits

Market-based salary depending on experience and knowledge

Attractive bonuses

Various growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of Post Qualified Experience.
• Admission to the Singapore bar or from a common law jurisdiction.
• Experience as in-house corporate counsel at a global multinational preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing pragmatic legal advice to stakeholders in BU Singapore.
• Managing relationships with internal clients and external counsel.
• Staying updated on legal developments and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Corporate law

Commercial law

Contract law

Regulatory matters

Dispute resolution

Education

LLB degree from an accredited Law school

Job description

Start your career as a Head of Legal, Singapore at Vopak, responsible for providing independent, professional legal advice across BU Singapore. The role balances deep legal expertise with a strong commercial understanding to guide complex, sensitive, and strategic decisions. Collaborating closely with project teams and key stakeholders such as tax, treasury, SHE, HR, and risk management, the Head of Legal helps shape sound policies and legal frameworks supporting Vopak’s objectives while minimizing risk. This position offers an opportunity to develop professionally and make a positive impact by improving the world.

What will you do as a Head of Legal, Singapore?

You will act as Legal Counsel focusing on activities for BU Singapore, providing effective legal advice and support across various legal areas, balancing subject matter expertise with a broader understanding of business activities.

What do we offer you?

• Market-based salary depending on experience and knowledge, with attractive bonuses
• Various growth opportunities

What do we expect from you as a Head of Legal, Singapore?

• A strong LLB degree from an accredited Law school or equivalent
• Minimum 8-10 years of Post Qualified Experience
• Admission to the Singapore bar or from a common law jurisdiction
• Experience as in-house corporate counsel at a global multinational preferred
• Excellent knowledge of the Singapore legal system
• Broad legal expertise in corporate, commercial, and contract law, plus regulatory matters
• Working knowledge of shipping, anti-trust, construction, projects, oil & gas, dispute resolution, compliance, insurance, employment, among others

Your core responsibilities include:

• Providing pragmatic legal advice to stakeholders in BU Singapore to create favorable conditions and minimize risks
• Resolving complex legal issues and enabling appropriate actions
• Managing relationships with internal clients and external counsel, building credibility and trust
• Staying updated on legal developments, recommending actions, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Conducting internal training on topical legal issues and maintaining legal portals and templates
• Drafting and reviewing contracts and legal documents in cooperation with stakeholders
• Supporting projects, investments, and corporate structuring with legal advice and due diligence
• Managing dispute resolution processes within BU Singapore
• Advising on compliance investigations and working with insurance providers on claims
• Supervising external counsel and building a useful legal network in Singapore
• Supporting corporate governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives
• Providing corporate secretarial support, including acting as company secretary and organizing meetings