Senior Associate

Dentons; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentons is seeking a qualified corporate lawyer in Singapore or Malaysia to support cross-border transactions and investments. You will advise on contracts, JV structures, and M&A, working closely with partners and clients across Singapore, China and Malaysia.

The ideal candidate has 4-5 years PQE at a reputable firm, strong English communication, and a track record in PE/VC. Hybrid work model and global inclusion policy support flexible arrangement.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer in Singapore or Malaysia.
• 4–5 years' PQE with a reputable local law firm.
• Strong knowledge of local law, common law and English law.
• Experience in corporate transactions including general corporate work, share purchases, FDI, M&A, and PE/VC investments.
• Experience advising on contracts, investments, joint ventures and cross-border transactions.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in an additional language would be advantageous.
• Prior arbitration experience and/or capital markets experience would be an advantage but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support the Partner in advising on and reviewing legal documentation relating to investments, joint ventures and cross-border transactions.
• Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters.
• Review and draft contracts and transactional documents.
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investments, private equity and venture capital transactions.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical legal solutions to clients.
• Support business development and client relationship management initiatives where required.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A

Private equity

Cross-border

English proficiency

Job description

Candidates based in Johor Bahru may work remotely

Work arrangement for Singapore-based candidates can be discussed

Travel is generally not required. Where necessary, travel may occasionally be required between Singapore, China and Malaysia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Partner in advising on and reviewing legal documentation relating to prospective investments, joint ventures and cross-border transactions
• Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters
• Review and draft contracts and transactional documents
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investments, private equity and venture capital transactions
• Conduct legal research and provide practical legal solutions to clients
• Support business development and client relationship management initiatives where required

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer in Singapore or Malaysia
• 4–5 years' PQE with a reputable local law firm
• Strong knowledge of local law, common law and English law
• Relevant experience in corporate transactions, including general corporate work, share purchases, foreign direct investments, mergers and acquisitions, and PE/VC investments
• Experience advising on contracts, investments, joint ventures and cross-border transactions
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Proficiency in an additional language would be advantageous
• Prior arbitration experience and/or financial services (capital markets) experience would be an advantage but is not mandatory

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

At Dentons, we believe that inclusion and diversity are essential to the success and strength of our firm and the leading services we offer our clients. For more information, kindly visit:https://www.dentons.com/en/about-dentons/inclusion-and-diversity/global-inclusion-and-diversity-statement

As a progressive and a forward-looking firm, and in line with current preferences, Dentons Rodyk has implemented firm-wide hybrid working arrangements for its employees.