Senior Legal Counsel, APAC M&A & Financing

DIGITAL EDGE (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data center platform company in Singapore seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to support M&A and financing transactions across the Asia Pacific. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in post-qualification legal roles with a strong focus on commercial law, capable of managing high-value, cross-border transactions. This position involves advising senior leadership and coordinating with external counsel, making it essential for candidates to have robust legal expertise and exceptional negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of post‑qualification legal experience focusing on M&A and financing transactions.
• Experience in top-tier law firms and in-house roles.
• Demonstrated track record in high‑value, cross‑border transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal execution of M&A transactions, including acquisitions and divestitures.
• Negotiate and draft transaction documentation such as SPAs and shareholders’ agreements.
• Advise on legal, regulatory, and compliance issues in financing transactions.

Skills

M&A transactions

financing transactions

strong drafting skills

negotiation capabilities

deal management

Education

Qualified lawyer in a common law jurisdiction

Job description

A leading data center platform company in Singapore seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to support M&A and financing transactions across the Asia Pacific. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in post-qualification legal roles with a strong focus on commercial law, capable of managing high-value, cross-border transactions. This position involves advising senior leadership and coordinating with external counsel, making it essential for candidates to have robust legal expertise and exceptional negotiation skills.