Head of Legal (Trading/M&A, Central Region)

HKM HR MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Singapore is seeking a Legal Manager to lead the legal team and provide legal advice on matters like commodity trading and corporate mergers. Candidates should have at least 7 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of corporate law. The role also involves drafting contracts and liaising with law firms. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law.
• At least 7 years of relevant legal experience; advantage if from corporate work or law firms.
• Strong knowledge of corporate and contract law, plus international trade regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the legal team according to management directives and business needs.
• Provide legal advice on commodity trading and corporate mergers.
• Draft and negotiate contracts to manage legal risks.

Skills

Strong knowledge of corporate and contract law

Legal experience in M&A

Experience related to engineering projects

Familiarity with Southeast Asia's legal environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lead the legal team according to management directives and business needs.
• Provide legal advice on matters related to commodity trading, overseas project development, and corporate mergers & acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents to manage legal risks.
• Liaise with external law firms and coordinate domestic and international legal matters.
• Support management with other legal and compliance-related tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law.
• At least 7 years of relevant legal experience; prior exposure to corporate legal work or law firms is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of corporate and contract law, as well as international trade regulations; experience in M&A and legal matters related to engineering projects is a plus.
• Familiarity with the legal and regulatory environment in Southeast Asia is preferred.

HOW TO APPLY :

Interested candidates, please submit your resume by clicking on “Quick Apply” or contact [e-mail] for more details.

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1) Reasons for leaving current and/or last employment

2) Last drawn and/or current salary

3) Expected salary

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Wee Wai Dan

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