Legal Counsel

EY (Ernst & Young); Singapore; Sur place; SGD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

EY (Ernst & Young) in Singapore seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to handle a diverse range of cross-border legal matters. The role requires overseeing litigation, investigations, and regulatory issues, while coordinating with external counsel and internal teams across the region.

The successful candidate will have a law degree (JD or equivalent), be qualified to practise in Singapore or another common law jurisdiction in Southeast Asia, and possess 7+ years PQE with exposure to complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law or a J.D. degree.
• Bar qualification to practise law in Singapore or another common law jurisdiction in Southeast Asia.
• More than 7 years PQE with exposure to litigation, dispute resolution, investigations and regulatory matters.

Responsabilités

• Manage litigation, arbitration and dispute resolution across Southeast Asia, including instruction of external counsel and case strategy.
• Lead or support internal investigations and regulatory inquiries, coordinating with regulators and stakeholders.
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts and vendor/partner agreements.
• Develop and deliver legal training and guidance for regional business teams.

Connaissances

Cross-border coordination

Contract drafting

Regulatory investigations

Litigation management

Negotiation

Communication

Legal research

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in law

J.D. degree

Bar Qualification in Singapore or SEA common law jurisdiction

Description du poste

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Bachelor’s degree in law or J.D. degree; Qualified to practise law in Singapore or another common law jurisdiction in Southeast Asia; Above 7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) with substantive exposure to litigation, dispute resolution, investigations, and regulatory matters.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Opportunity Overview: Legal Counsel at EY (Singapore)

EY (Ernst & Young), a global leader in professional services, is seeking an experienced and versatile lawyer to join its regional legal team as a Legal Counsel based in Singapore. Reporting directly to the Singapore and Southeast Asia General Counsel, the selected candidate will handle a diverse portfolio of complex, cross-border legal matters. This is a full-time position that requires logical thinking, practical problem-solving skills, and a willingness to travel across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispute Resolution & Litigation: Manage and advise on litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution matters across Southeast Asia. This includes instructing and managing external counsel, developing case strategies, overseeing document review and discovery, and advising business teams on risk exposure and settlement considerations.
• Investigations & Regulatory Matters: Lead or support internal investigations and regulatory inquiries within Singapore and Southeast Asia, coordinating with internal stakeholders, regulators, and external advisors, and advising on remediation measures.
• Commercial Contracting: Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including client engagement terms, vendor and procurement agreements, and partnership/alliance arrangements.
• Training & Guidance: Develop and deliver legal training, guidance, and awareness programs for business teams across the region.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in law or a J.D. degree.
• Bar Qualification: Qualified to practice law in Singapore or another common law jurisdiction in Southeast Asia.
• Professional Experience: More than 7 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with substantive exposure to litigation, dispute resolution, investigations, and regulatory matters.
• Preferred Skills: Experience in managing cross-border legal matters, strong project management skills, and the ability to coordinate external counsel across multiple jurisdictions. Commercial contracting experience is considered a plus.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.
• Excellent writing, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• A proactive attitude, high emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability to changing dynamics.
• Willingness and ability to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools in legal operations.