Senior Legal Counsel, Asia Wealth & Asset Mgmt (Hybrid)

Manulife; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Legal Counsel in Singapore to advise on legal and regulatory matters. The role involves drafting legal agreements and supporting business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with 3-5 years of experience in asset management or law firms, possessing solid knowledge of institutional funds and the regulatory framework. The position offers a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive culture of well-being and inclusion

Qualifications

• 3-5 PQE with law firms or in-house asset management experience.
• Solid understanding of institutional funds and regulatory environment.
• Experience in M&A transactions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal regulatory issues relating to institutional funds.
• Draft and negotiate legal agreements with external vendors.
• Provide legal support for business development initiatives.
• Handle operational legal matters and corporate governance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Legal drafting skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Stakeholder management

Proactive work ethic

Curiosity and learning mindset

Sound business judgment

English proficiency

Chinese proficiency (Mandarin/Cantonese)

Education

Licensed lawyer in Hong Kong or Singapore

Job description

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Legal Counsel in Singapore to advise on legal and regulatory matters. The role involves drafting legal agreements and supporting business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with 3-5 years of experience in asset management or law firms, possessing solid knowledge of institutional funds and the regulatory framework. The position offers a hybrid working model.