Legal Counsel (Regional Scope)

THE EDGE PARTNERSHIP HOLDINGS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsibilities include advising on commercial transactions, partnering with business units to identify legal risks, and providing clear guidance on governance and compliance. The role also involves managing disputes with external counsel when needed and developing robust internal controls.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE in private practice and/or in-house
• Experience in commercial contracts, with banking and finance
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, stakeholder management
• Experience handling cross-border matters and collaborating with regional teams

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial transactions, contracts and day-to-day operations.
• Partner with business units to identify legal risks and develop practical solutions.
• Provide clear advice on corporate, regulatory, governance and compliance matters.
• Manage disputes and claims, coordinating with external counsel when required.
• Help develop, implement and maintain compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Monitor legal developments and advise on their impact.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Commercial contracts

Regulatory compliance

Cross-border collaboration

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical reasoning

Job description

Our client, a well-established organisation, is seeking an experienced lawyer to join the Legal team in its Singapore office. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will take on a regional remit covering corporate and commercial matters, including contract negotiation, disputes and regulatory issues, while also contributing to global projects.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial transactions, contracts and day-to-day business operations.
• Partner with business units to identify legal risks and develop practical, commercially sound solutions.
• Provide clear advice to stakeholders at all levels on corporate, regulatory, governance and compliance matters.
• Manage disputes and claims, working with external counsel where required.
• Help develop, implement and maintain compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and advise the business on their impact.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with at least 8 years PQE, preferably across a mix of private practice and in-house roles.
• Experience in commercial contracts, with banking and finance experience.
• Strong expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management, with the ability to deliver pragmatic, solution-focused legal advice.
• Experience handling cross-border matters and collaborating with diverse regional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid commercial acumen and a practical approach to problem-solving.

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful if you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days.