Legal Counsel (In-house / Electronics Manufacturing / Regional)

WECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Singapore is looking for a Legal Advisor to provide comprehensive business and legal support across multiple jurisdictions. The role involves preparing and negotiating contracts, advising on compliance and regulatory issues, and managing external legal counsel. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in commercial law and a knack for translating complex legal language into practical business solutions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and all applications will be handled confidentially.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of commercial agreements and contract law.
• Experience advising on compliance and regulatory issues.
• Ability to present complex legal information in a business-friendly manner.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full-spectrum business and legal affairs support.
• Prepare and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Advise on compliance topics and internal governance.
• Oversee statutory filings and ensure legal obligations are met.
• Manage external legal counsel and expenditures.
• Conduct internal and external training for compliance awareness.

Skills

Legal guidance

Contract negotiation

Compliance knowledge

Risk management

Training delivery

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for delivering full-spectrum business and legal affairs support across multiple countries in the region. Act as a key advisor to management on strategic, financial, and reputational matters while ensuring the organisation operates in compliance with all relevant laws and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Legal Advisory & Commercial Support

• Prepare, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including distribution, resale, vendor, supplier, and licensing contracts.
• Provide practical, timely legal guidance to internal teams and present complex legal issues in clear, business-friendly terms.
• Advise on compliance topics such as anti-bribery rules, data privacy, internal governance processes, and IP strategy.
• Support labour-related matters and interpret regulations affecting day-to-day operations.
• Identify risks in ongoing business activities and recommend solutions that balance legal protection with commercial goals.
• Offer guidance on brand protection and intellectual property matters.
• Conduct internal and external training to strengthen compliance awareness.

Corporate Governance & Regulatory Compliance

• Oversee statutory filings and ensure the organisation meets all legal and regulatory obligations in each jurisdiction.
• Manage company reporting requirements and act as the legal representative when needed.
• Review and authorize legal documentation related to audits, finance, and corporate processes.
• Maintain intercompany agreements and ensure they comply with local tax and regulatory standards.

External Counsel Management

Supervise and control external legal expenditure on individual matters while supporting broader legal and business initiatives.

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled confidentially. By submitting your application, you agree to the collection, use, retention, and disclosure of your personal information to prospective employers.

Wecruit Pte Ltd

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