Legal Counsel (Leases)

Housing and Development Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A public housing authority in Singapore is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide in-house legal advice and manage conveyancing transactions related to HDB flats. The successful candidate will hold a good degree in Law and be an Advocate & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore. Responsibilities include advising on laws governing HDB properties, issuing leases, and working with multi-disciplinary teams. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and meaningful work in Singapore's public housing sector.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Mentorship from senior practitioners

Collaborative legal team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in conveyancing and property law.
• Demonstrated expertise in legal advice related to HDB properties.
• High degree of integrity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Handle conveyancing work for HDB flats.
• Issue leases and mortgages for residential flats.
• Provide in-house legal advice related to policies.

Skills

Conveyancing expertise

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Law

Admission as Advocate & Solicitor

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of the Housing and Development Board’s Property Legal (Leases) Department, one of two departments within its Legal Group handling the conveyance of HDB residential flats. You will assist, notably, in providing in-house legal advice and acting in conveyancing transactions to ensure all legal requirements are met and that the interests of parties are protected.

What you will be working on:

Your role and responsibilities as a Legal Counsel will include, but are not limited to:

• Handling conveyancing work including acting for the Board and flat owners in conveyancing transactions relating to the sale and purchase of HDB flats and other conveyancing transactions such as the Lease‑Buyback‑Scheme.
• Issuing leases and mortgages for HDB residential flats.
• Providing in-house legal advice in relation to HDB flats and other HDB properties, including accompanying policies.
• Advising on and reviewing terms and conditions of sale, drafting and vetting conveyancing documents.
• Working on digitalization initiatives to streamline and enhance conveyancing processes.
• Working with multi‑disciplinary teams in a wide range of interesting and challenging projects.

What we are looking for:

Key Competencies

• A good degree in Law.
• Admission as an Advocate & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant conveyancing experience preferred, with demonstrated expertise in property law.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• High degree of integrity, credibility and independence.
• Highly motivated, dependable and resourceful.
• Good interpersonal skills and a team player / contributor.
• Problem solver with strong analytical skills, and capable of anticipating problems and implementing pragmatic solutions in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Good written, oral and presentation skills.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative legal team committed to professional excellence
• Structured opportunities for career growth and mentorship from senior practitioners
• Exposure to meaningful work that directly impacts Singapore's public housing sector

All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted for the position within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.

About Housing and Development Board

We are Singapore's public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. We take pride in creating homes and towns that form a quality living environment for the young and old. Throughout the years, our continuous innovation and upgrading programmes have ensured that the heartland remain our cherished home. Join us in making a difference to the heartlands and communities that matter to us. Take on the challenge of shaping the nation’s skyline and landscape. With the wide range of opportunities available in HDB, you play an integral part in redefining the future of public housing and improving the lives of Singaporeans.