Legal Counsel

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Legal Counsel specialized in the commodities industry to provide legal support for international trade, cross-border M&A, and overseas business development. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of legal experience in a large corporation or law firm, be fluent in English and Chinese, and hold a law degree. This role requires strong knowledge of cross-border legal issues and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of legal experience in large corporations or renowned law firms.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction, with expertise in international trade.
• High energy level and willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide legal opinions on international trade contracts.
• Handle litigation and arbitration arising from international trade disputes.
• Provide legal support for overseas investment projects.

Skills

Common Law proficiency

International Trade legal expertise

Fluency in English

Fluency in Chinese

Cross-border compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law or related field

Job description

Legal Counsel (Commodities Industry)
To support the company’s international business expansion and management needs, we are seeking a qualified lawyer proficient in common law (UK/US) to provide legal support for international trade, cross-border M&A, overseas business development, and global operations.

Responsibilities

• Legal Document Review: Review and provide legal opinions on international trade contracts, related performance documents, and legal materials for cross-border M&A projects governed by common law.
• International Trade Dispute Resolution: Handle litigation, arbitration, and potential disputes arising from international trade involving overseas counterparties or cross-border performance, including evidence collection, negotiation, strategy formulation, hearings, and enforcement.
• Cross-Border Law Firm Management: Leverage the advantages of our Singapore platform to establish and enhance collaborations with law firms specializing in common law, strengthening external legal support for routine and project-based matters.
• Investment Project Management: Provide legal support for overseas investment projects, including due diligence, transaction document review, and drafting legal opinions.
• Overseas Compliance Management: Oversee and advance compliance efforts, including export controls, antitrust regulations, and other cross-border compliance matters.
• Other Duties: Additional tasks assigned by the department.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of legal experience in large corporations or renowned law firms. Prior experience in commodity trading or cross-border M&A legal work is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, major in Law, Legal Studies, International Trade, etc.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one jurisdiction (e.g., Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, or the US), with expertise in international trade and cross-border investment, and a deep understanding of global trade rules.
• Familiarity with corporate legal affairs management, capable of handling both litigation and non-litigation matters, with strong experience in cross-border legal issues.
• High energy level, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to travel internationally.
• Fluency in English and Chinese (written and spoken) in order to liaise with English and Chinese speaking stakeholders.