Legal Officer

Maxius Trading Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in Singapore is seeking a proactive Legal Officer to manage contracts, provide compliance advice, and assist with corporate legal affairs. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in Law, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers the chance to impact the company's legal operations positively.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher qualification in Law preferred.
• Experience in corporate legal affairs or law firm, fresh graduates welcome.
• Solid knowledge of corporate law, labor law, and contract law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong responsibility and integrity with teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and draft company contracts to ensure compliance.
• Provide legal support and compliance advice to business units.
• Conduct legal risk assessments for business decisions.
• Handle corporate legal affairs and labor law issues.
• Assist in disputes, claims, arbitration, and litigation.

Skills

Corporate law knowledge

Contract management

Compliance advice

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Diploma or higher in Law

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Officer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about corporate law, contract management, and compliance, and who wants to make an impact by helping the company operate legally and efficiently.

Job Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and revise various company contracts and agreements to ensure legal compliance and protect company interests.
• Provide legal support and compliance advice to different business units.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and provide professional opinions on major business decisions.
• Handle corporate legal affairs including business registration, labor law issues, and intellectual property management.
• Assist in handling disputes, claims, arbitration, and litigation involving the company.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate potential legal risks in business decisions and transactions.
• Manage and organize legal documentation, contracts, and records systematically.
• Keep up to date with legal and regulatory changes affecting the company’s operations.

Qualifications

1. Diploma or higher qualification in Law; passing the National Judicial Examination or holding a valid legal practicing certificate is preferred.
2. Have relevant experience in corporate legal affairs or a law firm (outstanding fresh graduates are also welcome).
3. Solid knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and labor law.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, logical thinking, and attention to detail.
5. Strong sense of responsibility and integrity, with good coordination and teamwork skills.