Assistant Director / Senior Legal Counsel (Stat Board)

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned legal professional to join an in-house legal division of a large, complex organisation. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and support across multiple business units and affiliated organisations, covering a broad range of corporate, regulatory, and advisory matters.

This role involves close engagement with senior stakeholders and offers exposure to policy development, governance, and organisation-wide legal initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and support across various organisational units on their functions and operations
Partner with senior management to develop and implement policies, frameworks, and legal actions
Draft and advise on regulatory instruments, including primary and subsidiary legislation within the organisation's remit
Interpret and advise on applicable Singapore laws and regulations relevant to the organisation's duties
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents and agreements
Advise on general corporate and commercial matters, including:
Tenders and procurement documents
Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs)
Tenancy and leasing agreements
Other commercial and contractual arrangements
Develop and implement internal legal processes, guidelines, and best practices
Establish and maintain a repository of legal advice and precedents
Advise on and manage potentially contentious or sensitive matters
Instruct, manage, and liaise with external legal counsel
Undertake ad-hoc projects and assignments as required

Requirements

Law degree and admission to the Singapore Bar (or another common law jurisdiction)
Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
Background in corporate and contract law is strongly preferred
Strong analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills
Versatile, self-motivated, and able to manage a wide range of legal matters concurrently
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate legal advice clearly and persuasively

Regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

www.dadaconsultants.com

EA Registration Number: R1878287

Business Registration Number: 201735941W.

Assistant Director / Senior Legal Counsel (STAT Board)