Legal Counsel - Digital Infrastructure

Formative; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Formative is seeking its first dedicated Legal Counsel to support a high-growth, institutionally-backed data centre platform across APAC. The role covers commercial, regulatory, corporate and transactional matters, reporting to the General Counsel.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, support development of hyperscale facilities, and advise on data privacy and regulatory issues across APAC markets from Singapore.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years PQE with qualification in a common law jurisdiction (Singapore, Australia or England & Wales preferred).
• Based in Singapore with ability to operate across APAC markets.
• Strong background in commercial contracts with exposure to infrastructure, energy, real estate or technology.
• Experience supporting data centre development and related regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including colocation, EPC and construction.
• Support data centre development activities such as site acquisition, ground leases and PPAs.
• Advise on data privacy compliance and regulatory requirements across APAC.
• Provide practical legal guidance to support high-growth, hyperscale facilities.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Data privacy

Regulatory compliance

Contract negotiations

Job description

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3-6 years PQE; Qualified in a common law jurisdiction (Singapore, Australia, or England & Wales preferred); Singapore-based.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel - Digital Infrastructure
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Formative
Description: Formative is seeking its first dedicated Legal Counsel to support a high-growth, institutionally-backed data centre platform developing hyperscale facilities across the APAC region. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the role involves a broad, hands-on scope covering commercial, regulatory, corporate, and transactional matters. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (colocation agreements, EPC, and construction), supporting data centre development (site acquisition, ground leases, and power purchase agreements), and advising on data privacy compliance and regulatory requirements across APAC markets.
Eligibility: Applicants must have 3-6 years PQE and be qualified in a common law jurisdiction, with a strong preference for Singapore, Australia, or England & Wales. Candidates should have a solid commercial contracts background with exposure to infrastructure, energy, real estate, or technology. The role requires being based in Singapore.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Singapore, Singapore
Fees: None
Contact Information: Not specified