Legal Associate

JENGA HUMAN RESOURCES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services provider is seeking a legal professional in Singapore to support corporate and commercial legal functions. The role involves drafting agreements, conducting legal research, and supporting compliance frameworks. Candidates should have a Master of Laws and 2-4 years of relevant experience, with strong drafting skills and the ability to liaise with stakeholders effectively. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of legal experience in corporate, commercial, compliance, or in-house roles.
• Knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Assist in legal due diligence for cross-border transactions.
• Support development of compliance frameworks.

Skills

Strong drafting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder liaison

Proficiency in additional languages

Education

Master of Laws or equivalent

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Corporate & Commercial Legal Support

• Draft, review, and assist in negotiating commercial agreements (e.g., service, sales, licensing, employment contracts).
• Support corporate governance initiatives and internal policy development.
• Conduct legal research and provide preliminary advice on Singapore and regional regulations.

Cross-Border & Corporate Transactions Support

• Assist in legal due diligence and documentation for cross-border projects and corporate transactions.
• Support company incorporation, amendments, shareholder/board matters, and regulatory filings in Singapore or overseas subsidiaries.

Compliance & Data Protection

• Support development and implementation of internal compliance frameworks (e.g., anti-bribery, conflicts of interest, whistleblowing, data protection).
• Provide guidance on PDPA and other data protection regulations.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with external counsel and internal teams to ensure alignment with legal requirements.
• Support management in regulatory and contractual matters.

Job Requirements

• Master of Laws or from a recognised institution.
• 2–4 years of legal experience in corporate, commercial, compliance, or in‑house roles (experience in multinational or cross‑border environments preferred).
• Knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, compliance frameworks, and cross‑border legal matters.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
• Able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and liaise effectively with stakeholders.