Regional Regulatory Counsel (4 PQE+)

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Regulatory Counsel to join their APAC Legal, Compliance, and Regulatory team in Singapore. This unique opportunity allows you to play a pivotal role in transforming client risk management across multiple jurisdictions. You will provide essential legal and regulatory support while collaborating with local counsel and global teams. Ideal candidates will be Singapore qualified with a minimum of 4 years of post-qualification experience, demonstrating excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Join this forward-thinking organization and make a significant impact in the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of PQE in private practice or financial services.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as Assistant Company Secretary for the regional holding company.
• Prepare regulatory updates and review legal documents for compliance.
• Advise internal stakeholders on day-to-day legal issues.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Legal Analysis

Corporate Governance

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Lawyer in Singapore

Job description

A multinational financial institution is looking for a Regional Regulatory Counsel to be a part of their APAC Legal, Compliance and Regulatory team in Singapore where you will transform how they help clients' management risk This is an unique opportunity to play a key legal role across the APAC regional while supporting their Singapore operations.

As a Regional Regulatory Counsel, you'll provide legal, governance, and regulatory support across multiple jurisdictions. You'll work closely with local counsel, global teams, and regulators, helping the business stay compliant, forward-looking, and well-governed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as Assistant Company Secretary for the regional holding company.

• Partner with country and HQ teams on corporate governance and secretarial matters.

• Support regional initiatives, including cross-border outsourcing projects.

• Prepare regulatory updates and review legal documents for compliance.

• Advise internal stakeholders on day-to-day legal issues.

• Maintain internal records for incorporations, liquidations, and board changes.

Singapore Entity Focus:

• Support board committees and MAS regulatory engagements.

• Track executive appointments/resignations and handle MAS approvals.

• Conduct legal gap analyses and stay ahead of regulatory changes.

• Ensure statutory and MAS filings are accurate and timely.

What You Bring

• Singapore qualified with at least 4 PQE, ideally in private practice or financial services.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Eager to learn and pick up new skills on the job.

• Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents are highly preferred.

If interested, please click "Apply" or contact JJ How via [e-mail] for a further confidential discussion.