Senior Private Equity Fund Legal Counsel

CGS International Securities Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Singapore is looking for an experienced legal counsel with 8-12 years in private equity funds. The role involves negotiating agreements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and advising management on corporate governance. Ideal candidates will have a law degree, strong negotiation skills, and deep expertise in fund structuring and operations. This position provides an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and investment teams, contributing effectively to the fund lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of post‑qualification experience in private equity.
• Strong understanding of corporate law and finance.
• Experience negotiating and drafting fund documentation.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review fund establishment agreements.
• Coordinate due diligence with external counsels.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Advise on corporate governance matters.
• Assist management on legal risk assessment.

Skills

Excellent negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Ability to collaborate effectively

Education

Law degree from a recognised institution

Job description

About the company

CGS International Securities Pte. Ltd. (CGS International) is an award-winning and market leading integrated financial services provider, ranked among the top securities houses in Asia.

CGS International taps on our wealth of global and ASEAN insights to offer equities trading, leveraged products, wealth management, investment banking, equities research, Shariah‑compliant financing, fixed income, currency and commodities, structured products and prime brokerage services in over 15 countries and regions.

Along with its parent organisation China Galaxy Securities, a leading securities house in China, CGS International is trusted by more than 15 million customers globally.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled legal counsel with 8–12 years of post‑qualification experience specializing in private equity funds. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in fund formation, structuring, fundraising, regulatory compliance, and ongoing fund operations. This role involves working closely with senior leadership, investment teams, and external counsel to ensure effective legal support across the fund lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

Transactional support: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including (i) fund establishment agreements like NDAs, subscription agreements, limited partnership agreements, side letters, private placing memorandum, management agreements, fund administration agreements; (ii) investment in portfolio companies like NDAs, sale and purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and management agreements.

Due diligence: Coordinate with external counsels on due diligence on potential investments to identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks.

Fundraising and investor relations: Review investor qualifications, subscription agreements, and compliance documents to ensure funds are raised in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory compliance: Ensure the fund and its activities comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including those related to securities, corporate law, and investment management.

Corporate governance: Advise on corporate governance matters for both the fund and its portfolio companies, helping to establish best practices and manage potential conflicts of interest.

Risk management: Advise management on potential legal risks associated with business decisions, enabling them to make choices within an acceptable risk profile.

Essential skills and qualifications

• Law degree from a recognised institution; admission to practice in relevant jurisdiction.
• 8–12 years of post‑qualification experience, preferably in a law firm or asset management/private equity environment with extensive experience in private equity fund structures, investor expectations, and industry norms.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, finance, and private equity transactions.
• Extensive experience in negotiating and drafting complex fund documentation.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to a non‑legal audience.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align legal advice with the fund's business objectives.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to navigate complex legal and commercial challenges.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with various teams, including investment, finance, risk, and compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.