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Singapore

Legal Counsel – Leading Foreign FI

Our client is a reputable financial institution with a leading footprint in Asia Pacific, with services in corporate finance, DCM, ECM, derivatives, and brokerage. Due to business expansion, they are now looking for a legal counsel based in Singapore to support the Head of Legal on a broad range of corporate transactions. They offer excellent work life balance and flexible working culture.

They offer competitive remuneration package for the right candidate.

Please contact Venus Ip or email your cv directly in word format to hkcareers@theedgepartnership.com.

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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Key responsibilities

  • Work closely with the IBD compliance/business team on various regulatory matters in relation to the investment banking business.
  • Assist to draft, negotiate corporate transaction agreements and work with external counsels as necessary.
  • Be exposed to various transactions including ECM, IPO, DCM, M&A, derivatives, etc.
  • Work with the legal, compliance and risk teams regionally to align contracts and policies.
  • Support on other commercial work as needed.
  • Collaborate across the group to assess and monitor evolving legislation and good practices.

Role requirements

  • Singapore qualified lawyer of around 4 PQE in the corporate practice.
  • In-house legal (or secondment) experience is a must.
  • Strong drafting and communication skills with strong business acumen.
  • Keen attention to detail and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
  • Singapore PR is a must.