Partner - M&A Lawyer

Stanley Park & Associates Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Established client portfolio

Greater autonomy

High-quality transactions

Partner-level progression

Attractive remuneration

Job summary

Stanley Park & Associates Pte. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Corporate/M&A lawyer to join its Singapore practice at salaried or equity partner level.

The role offers autonomy, direct client engagement and the chance to influence the firm’s corporate and technology capabilities. The candidate should have 10–20 years PQE with a track record in complex M&A, cross-border deals and corporate governance. A senior practitioner with business development flair will fit well within the firm’s growth

Qualifications

• Singapore-qualified lawyer with 10–20 years PQE in corporate transactional practice.
• Strong experience in corporate M&A, including cross-border transactions, with the ability to lead and execute complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and independently manage a broad range of corporate transactions, including domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructuring, venture capital and private equity investments.
• Advise local and international clients on complex corporate and commercial matters across various stages of business growth.
• Oversee the full transaction lifecycle, including structuring, due diligence, drafting, negotiation, execution and completion.
• Provide commercially sound legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory considerations and general corporate advisory matters.
• Assume responsibility for existing client relationships and transactions, ensuring high standards of service delivery and execution.
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers while providing technical guidance on complex legal matters.
• Work closely with the firm's leadership on strategic initiatives, practice development and opportunities to expand its corporate and technology capabilities.
• Contribute to business development and the cultivation of long-term client relationships.

Skills

Corporate M&A

Cross-border deals

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Mentoring junior lawyers

Job description

Practice Area: Corporate & Commercial | M&A | Technology Transactions

Seniority: 10–20 Years PQE

Remuneration: Competitive Base Salary + Performance-Linked Incentives

About

Our client, an established Singapore law firm with a strong focus on the technology sector, is seeking an experienced Corporate / M&A lawyer to join its practice at Salaried or Equity Partner level. This opportunity is well-suited to an accomplished practitioner seeking greater autonomy, direct client engagement and the opportunity to play an integral role in the firm's continued development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and independently manage a broad range of corporate transactions, including domestic and cross-border M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructuring, venture capital and private equity investments.
• Advise local and international clients on complex corporate and commercial matters across various stages of business growth.
• Oversee the full transaction lifecycle, including structuring, due diligence, drafting, negotiation, execution and completion.
• Provide commercially sound legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory considerations and general corporate advisory matters.
• Assume responsibility for existing client relationships and transactions, ensuring high standards of service delivery and execution.
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers while providing technical guidance on complex legal matters.
• Work closely with the firm's leadership on strategic initiatives, practice development and opportunities to expand its corporate and technology capabilities.
• Contribute to business development and the cultivation of long-term client relationships.

Requirements

• Singapore-qualified lawyer with 10–20 years PQE, gained primarily in corporate transactional practice.
• Strong experience in corporate M&A, including cross-border transactions, with the ability to independently lead and execute complex matters.
• Background in a reputable Singapore law firm, established corporate boutique or international law firm.
• Exposure to technology-related transactions, venture capital, private equity or emerging growth companies would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions, advise clients independently and exercise sound commercial judgement.
• Strong technical expertise in Singapore corporate law, coupled with excellent drafting, negotiation and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, supervise junior lawyers and assume responsibility for transaction delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and commercially minded approach.
• Existing Partners, Counsel or senior corporate practitioners demonstrating partner-level capabilities are encouraged to apply.

An established book of business is welcome but not a prerequisite. The firm has an existing portfolio of clients and transactions, with the priority being to appoint a capable senior practitioner who can assume immediate responsibility for substantive matters.

• Established Client Portfolio: Immediate access to ongoing corporate transactions and existing client relationships.
• Greater Autonomy: Opportunity to independently lead matters and exercise meaningful influence over practice development.
• High-Quality Transactions: Exposure to sophisticated domestic and cross-border corporate work, particularly within the technology sector.
• Partner-Level Progression: Opportunity to contribute to the firm's long-term direction, with partnership arrangements commensurate with experience and contribution.
• Attractive Remuneration: Competitive base compensation with performance-linked incentives and meaningful earning potential.