Junior Legal Counsel [Research, Draft Memos, Risk Assessment, Developments] - TRAN

Borr Drilling; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the drilling sector is seeking a Legal Assistant in Singapore to support legal and compliance functions. This pivotal role requires a law degree and relevant experience, offering a chance to work on a variety of legal tasks including document preparation and compliance initiatives. Ideal candidates are organized with strong interpersonal skills, and will collaborate closely across teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years legal experience in a law firm or in-house.
• Strong understanding of business-related laws.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Provide corporate secretarial support.
• Assist with compliance initiatives and training.

Skills

Legal and contractual analysis

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Attorney qualification

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

Legal Support

• Conduct and coordinate legal research, draft legal memoranda, and assess legal risks, including monitoring and analyzing updates in local laws and regulations.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and analysis of legal documents such as commercial agreements, Letters of Intent (LOIs), Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), legal opinions, and corporate resolutions.
• Perform additional legal tasks as assigned or required.

Secretarial and Administrative Support

• Provide corporate secretarial support, including drafting minutes of shareholder and board meetings, and preparing resolutions related to specific transactions.
• Organize and maintain an internal digital repository of contracts, ensuring accurate recordkeeping of all relevant documentation and communications.

Compliance Program Support

• Assist with various compliance initiatives, including training sessions and ad hoc compliance projects.
• Support the resolution of compliance-related issues, such as audit findings and whistleblowing reports.
• Ensure regulatory and compliance documentation, including policies and procedures, are current and aligned with applicable legal requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with teams across the company and within subsidiaries in the ASAO region to understand and support business and operational needs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or equivalent qualification.
• Attorney qualification in any jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 2 years of legal experience, either in a law firm or an in-house legal or business environment
• Strong understanding of business-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient in legal and contractual analysis.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

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