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

HKM HR MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced legal professional to lead their legal team. The role involves providing legal advice on commodity trading, drafting contracts, and liaising with external law firms. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Law and at least 7 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of corporate law and experience in M&A are essential. This position offers competitive compensation and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience in corporate legal work or law firms is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Southeast Asia's legal and regulatory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the legal team according to management directives.
• Provide legal advice on commodity trading and corporate mergers.
• Draft and negotiate contracts to manage legal risks.
• Liaise with external law firms for legal matters.
• Support management with compliance-related tasks.

Skills

Corporate law knowledge

Contract law knowledge

International trade regulations

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)

Engineering project legal matters

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

4) Date of availability and/or Notice Period

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Wee Wai Dan

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