Senior Maritime Counsel — Strategic Legal Advisor Singapore

SALLING SEARCH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international shipping firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and manage diverse legal matters related to maritime law. Candidates should have at least 8 years of legal experience, preferably in commodities or shipping sectors. Strong drafting and negotiation skills are required, along with fluency in both English and Mandarin for effective communication with stakeholders. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years legal experience, preferably in maritime law.
• Experience in commodities, shipping, or infrastructure sectors is advantageous.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and manage legal standards across business initiatives.
• Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts.
• Support M&A activities and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strategic legal advice

Legal analysis

Contract negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

Law degree (preferably in Maritime Law)

Job description

A leading international shipping firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and manage diverse legal matters related to maritime law. Candidates should have at least 8 years of legal experience, preferably in commodities or shipping sectors. Strong drafting and negotiation skills are required, along with fluency in both English and Mandarin for effective communication with stakeholders. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and compliance.