Junior Legal Counsel, RE & Commercial (6 Months Contract)

Decathlon Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports retailer in Singapore is seeking a Real Estate & Commercial Legal Counsel for a 6-month maternity cover. The ideal candidate will have mandatory commercial leasing experience and strong negotiation skills. Responsibilities include leading negotiations on real estate projects, drafting contracts, and providing legal support to the Expansion Team. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law and at least 2 years of relevant PQE experience. A passion for sports is encouraged.

Benefits

Monthly bonuses up to 10% of base salary

20% staff discount on all products

Comprehensive medical and insurance coverage

Dental benefits

Health screening allowance

Counseling sessions for support

Qualifications

• Min. 2 years experience (2 PQE) is a must, preferably from a Commonwealth jurisdiction.
• Law firm experience from a reputable corporate real estate practice is required.
• In-house experience in the Real estate sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations in real estate projects independently.
• Draft and review real estate contracts and documents.
• Provide legal support to the Expansion Team.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks in all transactions.
• Advise stakeholders on legal and compliance matters.

Skills

Commercial leasing experience

Strong negotiation experience

Excellent communication skills

Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently

Strong relationship-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Job description

ROLE: Real Estate & Commercial Legal Counsel

For this role, please note that commercial leasing experience is mandatory.

WHO WE ARE?

At Decathlon, more than 70,000 of us live our common purpose on a daily basis: “To sustainably make the pleasure and benefits of sports accessible for the many”. In all 70 countries that we have a presence in, we share a strong and unique company culture, reinforced by our four values: Responsibility, Vitality, Generosity, and Authenticity.

At Decathlon, the game is on!

YOUR CHALLENGE:

You will work for the Legal Team of Decathlon Singapore, and be a key team player in the opening of Decathlon stores (which is one of the main components of Decathlon’s omni‑channel strategy). Currently, we have 6 Experience Stores and 15 Click & Collect stores in Singapore.

Decathlon gives you the chance to experience adrenaline every day at work, to be able to score, and to succeed together. You will be able to connect with the wider Decathlon Legal Network, to get support and to share best practices.

Join us in our quest to make sports accessible for the many by providing high‑quality products at great prices! Grow with us as we expand our presence in Singapore!

Duration: Dec 2025 to June 2026

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

*Do note that this role is a Maternity Cover for 6 months

• Directly lead negotiations in real estate projects against counterparties (commercial landlords/owners, technical personnel, brokers/agents), including at C‑suite levels, without the assistance of external lawyers
• Draft and review contracts and documents in relation to real estate projects (including term sheets, lease agreements, sale & purchase agreements, design & build contracts, fitting out contracts, etc.)
• Provide legal support to the Expansion Team, from site identification all the way to contract signature (including participating in Investment Committee sessions)
• Identify and mitigate legal risk in all transactions
• Advise stakeholders on legal, regulatory and compliance matters relevant to real estate, developments, acquisitions and disposals; etc
• Ensure adherence to the company’s policies, processes, and framework
• Keep abreast of legal and regulatory development in the real estate industry across Singapore
• Advise on general corporate commercial matters
• Assist the Legal Director of Legal & Compliance (APAC) with any ad‑hoc matters

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law. Bar qualification
• Min. 2 years experience (2 PQE) is a must, from a Commonwealth jurisdiction is a plus.
• Commercial leasing experience is mandatory. Strong negotiation experience.
• Law firm experience gained from a reputable corporate real estate practice
• In‑house experience in the Real estate (and related) sector a plus
• Language skills: Excellent communication and written skills in English.
• Computer skills: Excellent computing skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Sports lover!
• Very responsible and reliable
• Highly motivated and versatile team player
• Able to work independently, prioritise, and follow through on multiple, concurrent and often competing deliverables, while managing expectations of business deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with good attention to details
• Able to build strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels

A REMUNERATION THAT GROWS WITH YOU:

• Monthly bonuses, up to a whopping 10% of your base salary.

BE THE ULTIMATE DECA THLON INSIDER:

• Revel in a fantastic 20% staff discount on ALL Decathlon products – yes, including bikes, kayaks, tents, and everything else you need for your favorite sports! 🚴⛺🛶

BECAUSE WE CARE ABOUT YOU:

• We've got your well‑being covered with comprehensive medical and insurance coverage.
• Flash that winning smile with dental benefits.
• Keep your health in check with a health screening allowance.
• And when life throws curveballs, lean on our counseling sessions for support.

SPORTS, COMMUNITY, AND BONDING:

• Kick off those shoes and join in the sports fun after work
• Immense yourself in a vibrant community of like‑minded, sporty individuals just like you!