249 Commercial Law jobs in Singapore

Head of Legal Affairs / Legal Counsel (Corporate & Commercial Law)
Location
Central
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Category
Legal / Corporate Secretarial
Working Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
From S$12,000.00 to S$20,000.00
EA Personnel: R
Description
A rapidly growing Singapore-based enterprise with diverse business interests spanning commodity trading, industrial project development, and international investments.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and lead the Legal Department according to the company's business growth and strategic needs.
Provide legal advice and support for corporate governance, M&A, commodity trading, and overseas industrial project development.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements in multiple languages, including English and Chinese, to meet business and regulatory requirements.
Manage relationships with external legal firms and oversee domestic and cross-border legal issues.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Support management on business-related legal strategies and other assigned legal matters.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in Law.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in corporate legal affairs or private practice.
Strong knowledge of corporate law, contract law, and international trade regulations; experience in M&A or engineering-related projects is an advantage.
Familiarity with the legal environment in Southeast Asia.
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We are looking for a
Swiss
-qualified mid-level to senior
Lawyer
to further expand our Singapore team in the field of:
Corporate & Commercial Law
Mergers & Acquisitions
Our Mergers & Acquisitions group assists corporates, private equity firms, family offices and entrepreneurs on takeovers, buy-outs, divestitures, carve-out transactions, restructurings and other complex cross-border and domestic transactions, as well as institutional investors and founders in venture capital financing rounds. Our group functions as one team, currently across our Geneva and Zurich offices and is supported by market-leading specialists in all critical areas of corporate and M&A transactions. We operate in a wide range of industry sectors, on the buy-side and the sell-side in both private and public M&A.
This position is based in our Singapore office and involves working with our Swiss-based Corporate M&A teams.
If you are keen to relocate to Singapore and evolve in an environment where team work is essential and within a dynamic, collegial and innovative group, we encourage you to apply!
We are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements and who have the following skills:
You are a Swiss-qualified lawyer;
You have at least 4 years of professional experience in the corporate law sector and have experience helping manage and structure complex M&A transactions;
You like to be in direct contact with clients and prospects and are particularly interested in developing the advisory Corporate M&A practice in our Singapore office and in participating actively and practically in Business Development initiatives with the support of our Swiss-based and Singapore-based BD specialists;
You are fluent in English and in French or in German;
You have excellent academic credentials; and
You have strong drafting and oral presentation skills.
On a personal level:
You have a pragmatic approach and are result-oriented;
You enjoy the deal-making environment and have a keen interest in developing your professional network;
You strive for excellence and aim to consistently deliver work of the highest quality; and
You demonstrate a positive attitude, are reliable, responsible and a team-player.
Our hiring partner in Geneva, Jean-Frédéric Maraia, looks forward to receiving your application (CV, cover letter, university and bar exam grades) by e-mail ( ).
SW is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and as we also support an adaptable working environment, we are happy to discuss flexible working pattern.
Your application will be handled with great consideration and the utmost confidentiality.
Please feel free to contact directly Julie Raneda ( ), Managing Director of Schellenberg Wittmer Pte Ltd in Singapore, for further information (see details on the right).
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Job Descriptions
As a Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel of the Group, you will assist the Chief Legal Officer in providing legal support and advice on all corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters stemming from the Group's global businesses.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts in a variety of areas of commercial, corporate, finance, and compliance relating to multiple industries including logistics & transportation, maritime, and mining & energy.
Provide legal desk support and advice to internationally based business units and divisions on various transactions and activities.
Advise on matters of dispute resolution and risk management.
Manage and engage external counsel as necessary.
Ensure company activities in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
Assist in and take responsibility for other duties and special projects as assigned.
Job Requirements
A law degree and admission to practice in a common law jurisdiction (Singapore/UK/Australia/US) required.
A minimum of 7 years’ experience in private practice with an international law firm or in-house at a multinational company.
Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese preferred.
Excellent analytical and communication skills.
A high degree of integrity, maturity and ability to work independently under pressure with an eye for details.
Willingness to travel internationally.
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Job Descriptions:

As a Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel of the Group, you will assist the Chief Legal Officer in providing legal support and advice on all corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters stemming from the Group's global businesses.

1. Draft, review, and negotiate contracts in a variety of areas of commercial, corporate, finance, and compliance relating to multiple industries including logistics & transportation, maritime, and mining & energy.

2. Provide legal desk support and advice to internationally based business units and divisions on various transactions and activities.

3. Advise on matters of dispute resolution and risk management.

4. Manage and engage external counsel as necessary.

5. Ensure company activities in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

6. Assist in and take responsibility for other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements:

1. A law degree and admission to practice in a common law jurisdiction (Singapore/UK/Australia/US) required.

2. A minimum of 7 years’ experience in private practice with an international law firm or in-house at a multinational company.

3. Bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese preferred.

4. Excellent analytical and communication skills.

5. A high degree of integrity, maturity and ability to work independently under pressure with an eye for details.

6. Willingness to travel internationally.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our Singapore Branch. This role will provide comprehensive legal support across banking and financial services, ensuring full compliance with Singapore's regulatory framework and supporting the Bank's business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on a broad spectrum of banking and financial matters, including regulatory compliance, corporate governance, data protection (PDPA), outsourcing, and commercial contracts.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements such as loan agreements (bilateral and syndicated), treasury and capital markets documentation, outsourcing agreements, and service agreements.
• Draft, review, and advise on derivatives documentation including ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes (CSAs), and related contracts.
• Develop, review, and implement internal legal and compliance policies, ensuring alignment with MAS Notices, outsourcing guidelines, and cross-border regulations.
• Support the resolution of disputes, litigation, and regulatory investigations, including engagement and management of external counsel.
• Collaborate with business units on new products, intragroup agreements, and business initiatives, ensuring legal soundness and regulatory compliance.
• Manage relationships with external law firms to ensure cost-effective and high-quality legal services.
• Deliver internal training sessions to raise awareness of legal and regulatory developments and internal compliance frameworks.
• Act as a key deputy to the Head of Legal & Compliance, including covering responsibilities during their absence.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised university; LLM or additional legal certifications in banking/financial law will be an advantage.
• Admitted to the Singapore Bar, with 2–4 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Prior legal experience in banking and financial services (either from a reputable law firm or in-house at a financial institution) is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore banking regulations, MAS requirements, PDPA, outsourcing guidelines, and financial transaction structures.
• Experience with ISDA documentation, loan agreements, and treasury/capital markets products preferred.
• Excellent contract negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills, with the ability to balance business needs and legal risks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-border banking environment.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and achievements to or click apply now

**We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates would be notified**

Talentvis Singapore Pte Ltd | EA License No: 04C3537

EA Personnel Name: Reggie Tiongson | EA Personnel No: R

• Role: Legal Counsel | Inhouse Lawyer
• Industry: IT Service Provider ( System Integrator )
• Working Hours: 9am - 6pm (Mon - Fri)
• Office is located nearby Bedok MRT, Singapore ( East )

Requirements

1. Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized university.
2. Professional certifications such as ICSA / ACIS / ISO Lead Auditor (9001/27001) / DPO certification are advantageous but not mandatory.
3. Minimum 5–7 years of post-qualification legal experience , preferably with exposure to technology, IT services, or system integrator (SI) industries.
4. Familiarity with Singapore's statutory and regulatory frameworks affecting technology service providers.

Responsibilities:

Legal Contract Management

• Technology service agreements (e.g., managed services, SaaS, licensing, outsourcing).
• Vendor and supplier agreements (hardware/software procurement, cloud services).
• Customer contracts (enterprise projects, public sector tenders, service-level agreements).
• Confidentiality agreements, NDAs, partnership and joint-venture agreements.
• Provide legal advice to management and business units on contract structures, risks, and obligations.
• Maintain a library of contract templates, playbooks, and precedents for efficiency and consistency.
• Support dispute resolution and claims management, including coordination with external counsel where required.
• Corporate Governance & Board Advisory

Corporate Governance & Board Advisory

• Act as Secretary to the Board and its Committees: manage meetings, draft agendas, minutes, resolutions, and compliance registers.
• Advise the Board and management on corporate legal obligations and statutory requirements under Singapore law.
• Ensure timely filings and statutory submissions with ACRA and other regulatory bodies.

Regulatory & Certification Support

• Ensure compliance with Singapore statutory and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ACRA, IRAS, MOM, PDPC, IMDA).
• Support certification and accreditation requirements linked to service delivery (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001, CSA Cyber Essentials/Trust Mark, Microsoft compliance standards).
• Liaise with auditors, regulators, and certification bodies on findings, responses, and legal implications.

Technology & Product Legal Support

• Review and advise on legal issues related to technology solutions, including software licensing, cloud services, data protection, intellectual property, and managed service offerings.
• Ensure product and vendor contracts comply with certification, safety, and regulatory requirements (e.g., CE Mark, FCC, IMDA Type Approval).
• Provide legal support for public tenders, framework agreements, and consortium partnerships.

Policy & Internal Legal Framework

• Draft and maintain company policies, SOPs, and internal governance frameworks with legal implications.
• Ensure version control, clear approval processes, and company-wide accessibility.
• Lead periodic reviews of policies and procedures to reflect legal or regulatory updates.

Ethics & Corporate Integrity

• Oversee conflict-of-interest declarations, whistleblower procedures, and ethics-related training.
• Ensure that employees and management understand their legal and compliance obligations under Singapore law.

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ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Thales international organization's mission in the Region is to foster and manage growth of Thales presence in all the countries of the Region for all Thales group activities in the defense, aerospace and cyber & digital domains.

In this context, Thales marks its presence through its local entities providing Thales Operational Units with marketing, sales and operations services in connection with the export of their solutions to customers in the Region.

The Job Holder will become an active player in the development and management of this regional business organization, implying close and cross-fertilizing relationships with many competences at senior levels, including without limitation Regional Directors, Country Directors, Key Account Managers, Chief Operating Officers, Chief Compliance and Compliance Officers of the Region, partnership managers, Finance Directors, etc.

The Job Holder will be a key player in the deployment of Thales Compliance Program, and as such, will contribute to the evolution of the Thales Group organization as well as of its way of working, in order to take into consideration the evolutions of its environment, new laws & regulations and the best ethical and governance practices.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Legal Counsel, you are accountable for:

· The Job Holder will be responsible for securing the legal aspects of the services implemented for supporting export initiatives undertaken by the Thales Operational Units in the relevant Region's countries. With due reference to best practices and ethics rules, she/he will participate in identification, selection and qualification of the business and industrial partners and be responsible for analyzing, implementing and monitoring due diligence files, in close coordination with the Country Directors and all relevant local functions.

· The Job Holder will be as close as possible to operational functions and help in elaborating relevant contractual solutions and identifying legal stakes so that risks are detected, measured and mitigated. In compliance with Thales Group policy, the Job Holder will interface with external lawyers for analysis and management of specific legal issues in the framework of complex contractual and/or legal arrangements in the Region.

· The Job Holder will be responsible for performing trainings in different domains of the Thales Compliance Program, to employees of the Region and from the Thales Operating Units located across the world.

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

· The Job Holder shall have a minimum of 4 years professional experience as in-house lawyer or legal & contracts manager providing support to business in an international environment.

· He/She shall have a good practice of international environment and compliance matters.

· He/She shall have a perfect command of French and English, as this role requires frequent and effective communication with French-speaking teammates and customers. Fluency in these languages is essential to ensure smooth coordination, foster strong working relationships, and successfully manage interactions across diverse teams and client bases. Proficiency in both languages will enable the candidate to navigate complex conversations, facilitate clear information exchange, and contribute to the overall success of the team

· He/She shall be autonomous, rigorous, self-confident, "teamwork capable", well organized, problem solver oriented and have an interest for the Region's cultures, traditions and way of life.