Senior Legal Counsel/Legal Counsel

This role is to safeguard SIM Group’s legal rights and interests in its business operations and strategy.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist General Counsel to render legal advice to the Group.
• Draft, review and/or negotiate agreements, MOUs and other documents.
• Assist with contract templates such as tender documents.
• Assist with dispute resolution.
• Manage and work with external lawyers and other professionals.
• Assist with Personal Data protection and compliance for the Group.
• Preparation of reports, presentations and policies for the Legal Department.
• Conduct training for internal stakeholders.
• Assist with reasonable tasks that the legal division undertakes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum

• LLB (Hons) from a Commonwealth University
• At least 3 years’ PQE in a law firm and/or as an in-house counsel

Advantageous

• Admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore or similar qualification.
• Familiarity with Singapore’s personal data legislation and compliance.
• Ability to correspond in Chinese and review simple contracts.

Skills

• Good English writing and communication skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Personal Attributes

• A team player, trustworthy and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Meticulous with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity.
• Adaptable and able to deal with uncertainty and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.