Senior Legal Counsel – Africa & Asia (In-House)

Yara International ASA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational agricultural company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support all legal needs across Africa and Asia. The role requires 8 years of PQE and expertise in various legal practice areas. Candidates should possess strong business acumen and excellent negotiation skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive legal support within a lean legal function.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Equal opportunity employer

Possibility of remote work arrangements

Qualifications

• 8 years PQE with experience in private practice and in-house legal.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a lean legal team.
• Strong acumen to balance legal risk and commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Act as legal advisor for Yara’s activities in Africa and Asia.
• Provide legal support from regional management to sales level teams.
• Handle various legal practice areas including corporate, finance, and intellectual property.

Skills

Legal advisory expertise

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Ability to draft in Chinese or Mandarin

Education

Law degree from an accredited university

Job description

A leading multinational agricultural company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support all legal needs across Africa and Asia. The role requires 8 years of PQE and expertise in various legal practice areas. Candidates should possess strong business acumen and excellent negotiation skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive legal support within a lean legal function.