Legal Counsel

CPF Board; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The CPF Board is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its legal team in Singapore. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive legal advice on contract law, intellectual property, corporate governance, employment law, and CPF regulatory matters to support the Board’s mission to serve over 4 million members.

Prosecution of statutory offences is included; drafting amendments with the Attorney-General's Chambers; vetting contracts and MOUs.

Qualifications

• Qualified under the Legal Profession Act.
• Relevant experience in legal practice.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking in legal contexts.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and effective communication.
• Prosecution experience is preferred; training provided if not.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on contract law, IP, governance, employment, and CPF regulatory issues.
• Prosecute statutory offences, conduct mentions, pre-trial conferences, and trials.
• Draft legislative amendments in coordination with the Attorney-General's Chambers.
• Vet commercial contracts and MOUs; support policy changes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Legal drafting

Communication skills

Prosecution experience

Education

Qualified under Legal Profession Act

Job description

This opportunity was posted more than 30 days ago and no application deadline was provided. You can explore active listings below.

Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

CPF Board

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Relevant experience in legal practice with qualification under the Legal Profession Act; experience in analytical and critical thinking in legal contexts; proficiency in legal drafting and effective communication; prosecution experience is preferred.

Jobs

Full Opportunity Brief

**Title:** Legal Counsel at CPF Board**Category:** Jobs**Organiser:** Central Provident Fund Board (CPF Board)**Description:**The Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its legal team in Singapore. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the Board’s mission to secure the retirement, healthcare, and housing needs of over 4 million members. The role involves providing comprehensive legal advice on a diverse range of matters, including contract law, intellectual property, corporate governance, employment law, and regulatory issues under CPF legislation.The appointed counsel will be responsible for the prosecution of statutory offences, which includes conducting mentions, pre-trial conferences, and trials. Additionally, the role entails performing legal groundwork for key policy changes, drafting legislative amendments in coordination with the Attorney-General's Chambers, and vetting a wide array of commercial contracts and Memoranda of Understanding. The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for professional growth within a progressive public service environment.**Eligibility:*** Qualified under the Legal Profession Act.* Relevant experience in legal practice.* Strong analytical and critical thinking skills in legal contexts.* Proficiency in legal drafting with the ability to reason compellingly.* Effective written and oral communication skills.* Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a resourceful manner.* Prosecution experience is preferred, though candidates without it will be considered as training is provided.**Deadline:** Not specified**Location:** Singapore**Fees:** None**Contact Information:** Not specified