Legal Manager

Tri-Cap Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A large cap-listed property investment group in Singapore is seeking a Legal Manager to oversee legal matters and provide advice on regulatory and corporate issues. The ideal candidate will have a Degree in Law and at least 5 years of experience in a top law firm. This role involves collaboration with government authorities and managing agreements related to M&A and investment activities. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in a legal role.
• At least 5 years in a top Singapore or international law firm.
• In-house experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with authorities, banks, and external counsel on legal matters.
• Provide legal advice on corporate, commercial, and real-estate matters.
• Manage agreements and assist in financing and investment activities.
• Ensure high standards in drafting and vetting agreements.
• Advise on M&A and joint-venture transactions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Degree in Law

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting for a large cap‑listed property investment, management and development group in Singapore. As they are looking to embark on new initiatives, they are inviting a Legal Manager to join them.

Job Title: Legal Manager – Location: Singapore – Reports to: Director and Head of Legal, South Asia.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Director – Legal, liaise with government authorities, banks, joint‑venture parties and external counsel over legal matters.
• Provide legal advice on regulatory, general corporate, commercial, real‑estate, employment, risk and other operational aspects of the business in Southeast Asia.
• Manage and draft agreements and assist project financing, M&A and investment activities.
• Ensure consistent quality standards in drafting and vetting of agreements.
• Provide legal and regulatory advice for M&A and joint‑venture transactions in the South East Asia region.
• Perform other work assigned by the department head.

Requirements

• Degree in Law with a minimum of 5–10 years of experience.
• At least 5 years of private practice experience in a top Singapore or international law firm; in‑house experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership and good interpersonal skills.
• Team player who values working collaboratively with others.