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REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

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• Monitor and interpret the legislative environment in which the business operates within to ensure the business understands and meets its legal obligations as laid out in statutes and regulations
• Draft, negotiate and advise on issues relating to commercial contracts e.g. supply contracts, sales contracts, purchase orders, research collaboration contracts, joint development contracts, confidentiality agreements, technology grants/funding, loan agreements, investment contracts, employment contracts
• Participate in legal due diligence and business integration in connection with strategic initiatives including global expansion plans
• Maintain a thorough understanding of regulatory issues and regulatory framework in which the business operates and take responsibility for the development of informed solutions enabling the business to respond to and deal with regulatory constraints
• Assist with corporate secretarial matters including maintaining the company statutory registers and records, provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to the board and ensure the company meets all its legal obligations
• Contribute to the development and execution of the organization's legal functional strategy
• Managing and mitigating legal risks by designing and implementing company policies and operating procedures, guidelines and documentation templates
• Participate in litigation/enforcement actions instituted by or against the business
• Identify new initiatives and proposals in line with the business strategy and values to ensure legal operates at the heart of the business and as effective risk managers and business partners

• Possess a law degree from any recognized institutions.
• Admitted as an advocate and solicitor in Singapore or qualified in another Commonwealth jurisdiction, with minimum 3 to 4 years of post-qualification experience.
• Non-practitioner with relevant experience may be considered
• Lawyers/legal practitioners with interest in renewable energy are encouraged to apply
• Familiarization of legal nuances in US/APAC/EMEA
• Possess strong business acumen
• Versatile, be able to think and navigate quickly and possess a strong analytical mind to focus on core issues.
• Able to work collaboratively across multiple functions, organizations and with a diverse group of colleagues and management.
• Excellent organizational skills with an eye for details
• Thinking out-of-the-box with strong analytical and reasoning skills
• Able to work collaboratively across multiple functions, organizations and with a diverse group of colleagues and management
• A good team player with positive working attitude and willingness to learn is essential
• Good communication skills in English, both spoken and written

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - REC Group