Legal Counsel

Council for Estate Agencies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental regulatory body in Singapore is seeking a Legal Professional to join its Legal Division. The candidate will provide legal support for enforcement actions, offer legal advice across divisions, assist in law reform, and be involved in various projects. Strong communication and advocacy skills, coupled with a degree in Law and experience in prosecution or litigation, are essential. This role promotes the development of a trusted real estate agency industry.

Qualifications

• Motivated, integrous, responsible and meticulous individual required.
• Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience preferred.
• Prior experience in prosecution/litigation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or assist in enforcement actions under the Estate Agents Act.
• Provide clear legal advice on CEA's functions and regulatory framework.
• Assist with law reform and legislative drafting.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Analytical skills

Reasoning skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as a team

Education

Degree in Law

Called to the Singapore Bar

Job description

What the role is:

We are looking for a mature, knowledgeable and dynamic individual to join the Legal Division and contribute to its work in supporting CEA’s regulatory policies and operations.

What you will be working on:

• Conduct or assist in the taking of enforcement actions against offences and disciplinary breaches under the Estate Agents Act and its subsidiary legislation, which includes prosecution in Court and disciplinary proceedings before a CEA Disciplinary Committee;
• Provide clear and effective legal advice to the various divisions within CEA on a variety of issues, including its functions and powers, regulatory and enforcement framework, statutory interpretation and the review/drafting of contractual documents;
• Assist with law reform and the drafting/amendment of legislation;
• Involvement in projects and activities where necessary, which may include research on related issues; and Assist in other functions and work of the Legal Division in general that may be assigned.

What we are looking for:

• A motivated individual who is integrous, responsible and meticulous;
• Strong advocacy, analytical and reasoning skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and as a team;
• A degree in Law and called to the Singapore Bar;
• At least 2 to 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience preferred;
• Prior experience in prosecution/litigation will be advantageous.

About Council for Estate Agencies

Join the team at the Council for Estate Agencies (CEA) to regulate and promote the development of a professional and trusted real estate agency industry. CEA’s key responsibilities are to license property agencies and agents, and equip consumers with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions in property transactions.