Legal & Compliance Counsel

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in financial services is seeking a knowledgeable Legal & Compliance Counsel to provide expert legal advice on sanctions and embargo laws. In this pivotal role, you will navigate complex regulatory environments, ensuring compliance while supporting responsible growth and risk management. Your expertise will guide the company in making informed decisions regarding transactions and clients, while you also play a vital role in developing training programs and enhancing compliance policies. If you have a proactive approach and a deep understanding of global sanctions frameworks, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in financial services or related field required.
• Deep understanding of global sanctions frameworks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on international sanctions law and support investigations.
• Review transactions and clients from a sanctions perspective.
• Develop training programs for sanctions compliance.

Skills

Sanctions Knowledge

Legal Advice

Communication Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Education

Common Law Qualification

Job description

A reputable financial services client of ours is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Legal & Compliance Counsel with strong sanctions knowledge to be a part of their team. In this role, you will be providing expert legal advice on economic sanctions and embargo laws across their regional operations. You will play a key role in helping the company navigate complex regulatory environments while supporting responsible growth and risk management.

Responsibilities

• You will advise on international sanctions law while supporting internal investigations and regulatory inquiries related to sanctions compliance.
• Review and approve transactions, clients, and counterparties from a sanctions perspective.
• Partner with Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Business teams on sanctions-related matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business.
• Develop and deliver training and awareness programs for sanctions compliance.
• Help design and enhance policies, procedures, and controls related to sanctions.

What we are looking for

• Common law qualified with at least 8+ years PQE, preferably in financial services or a related field.
• Deep understanding of global sanctions frameworks.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
• Practical, business-minded, and solutions-oriented approach.

If interested, click "Apply" here or contact JJ How for a further confidential discussion on [e-mail].