Legal Counsel

TECHNTEA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal service provider in Singapore is seeking a legal professional to manage corporate legal documentation and affairs. The ideal candidate will have expertise in financial services and digital assets and will be responsible for drafting and negotiating business contracts, managing contract lifecycles, and providing legal counsel on corporate matters. Candidates should possess an LLB or equivalent degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in top-tier law firms or in-house roles.
• Admitted to practice in a common-law jurisdiction such as Singapore, UK, US, or Hong Kong.
• Ability to establish processes independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate core business contracts.
• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts ensuring compliance.
• Provide expert legal counsel on corporate and commercial matters.
• Deliver legal support on IT, data protection, and privacy matters.

Skills

Legal expertise in financial services

Contract negotiation

In-house legal experience

Proficiency in English

Education

LLB or equivalent degree

Job description

Job Summary

This high-impact, business-facing role requires a legal professional with proven expertise in financial services and digital assets to lead the full lifecycle management of corporate legal documentation and affairs, partnering closely with the General Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate core business contracts including Liquidity Provider agreements, client agreements, Introducing Broker agreements, payment agreements, and outsourcing agreements to support business operations and growth.
• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring timely execution, amendments, renewals, termination, and compliance with post-termination obligations.
• Develop, maintain, and update standard contract templates and clauses to streamline recurring business activities and reduce legal risks.
• Collaborate with business units to deliver practical, commercially focused legal advice that enables operational efficiency and supports strategic growth initiatives.
• Act as the primary escalation point for resolving legal issues arising from business activities, ensuring timely and effective risk mitigation.
• Provide expert legal counsel on general corporate and commercial matters including corporate governance, group structure, and daily business operations to ensure compliance and sound decision-making.
• Deliver legal support on IT, data protection, and privacy matters to safeguard company interests and maintain regulatory compliance.

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• LLB or equivalent degree, admitted to practice in a common-law jurisdiction such as Singapore, UK, US, or Hong Kong.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience combining top-tier law firm training and in-house roles within trading firms, fintech, or digital asset platforms.
• Builder mentality with demonstrated ability to independently establish processes and work autonomously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) to effectively review legal documentation, negotiate contracts, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.