Manager, Legal Counsel

Income Insurance Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Singapore is seeking a Legal Advisor to manage contentious matters and oversee litigation strategies. The role involves advising senior management on litigation risks and collaborating with external counsel for effective dispute resolution. Ideal candidates should have a recognized law degree, 6–10 years of experience in litigation, and the ability to handle complex disputes. Strong competencies in negotiation, commercial acumen, and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of post-qualification experience with strong litigation/disputes expertise.
• Proven ability to manage complex litigation and external counsel.
• Insurance or financial services exposure is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage contentious matters, including high-value litigation.
• Advise senior management on litigation risks and commercial implications.
• Oversee external counsel for effective dispute resolution.

Skills

Litigation strategy

Negotiation under pressure

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

Law degree from a recognized institution

Admission to practice law in Singapore

Job description

This role is primarily responsible for leading and managing contentious matters, including high-value litigation and insurance-related disputes. The incumbent will act as a key advisor to the Head of Legal andsenior management on litigation strategy and associated commercial and reputational risks, while overseeing external counsel to ensure effective and cost-efficient dispute resolution. In addition, the role will contribute to legal risk management, governance, and internal investigations.

Litigation Leadership

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for major claims and disputes.
• Oversee all aspects of contentious matters.
• Liaise with internal claims teams to align litigation approach with business objectives.

External Counsel Management

• Select, instruct, and manage external counsel for litigation matters.
• Monitor performance, cost, and outcomes to ensure strategic alignment and efficiency.

Risk Advisory

• Advise senior management on litigation risks, commercial implications, and reputational impact.
• Provide input on franchise risk and strategic decision-making.

Pre-Litigation & Risk Prevention

• Draft and review dispute resolution clauses in contracts.
• Conduct early case assessments and advise on settlement strategies.
• Develop playbooks for litigation risk management.

Legal Support for Internal Investigations

• Provide legal support for internal investigations and regulatory inquiries, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

Governance & Policy Development

• Strengthen legal risk frameworks and escalation protocols.
• Assist with drafting governance frameworks and internal policies to support corporate governance initiatives.

Training & Knowledge Management

• Deliver training to claims teams on litigation risk and strategy.

Requirements

• Law degree from a recognized institution; admission to practice law in Singapore preferred.
• 6–10 years of post-qualification experience with strong litigation/disputes expertise.
• Proven ability to manage complex litigation and external counsel.
• Insurance or financial services exposure is a strong advantage.

Key Competencies

• Litigation strategy and negotiation under pressure.
• Commercial acumen and risk-based decision-making.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders in high-stakes scenarios.
• Strategic thinking and sound judgment.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• High integrity and commitment to ethical standards.
• Detail-oriented with strong sense of ownership; able to prioritize effectively and deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.