289 General Counsel jobs in Singapore

Overview
We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and dynamic General Counsel to serve as a key member of our executive leadership team. You will be responsible for leading our global legal, compliance, regulatory affairs, and corporate governance functions. Your primary mission is to
lead and successfully execute our planned US public listing
and, in the process, build a world-class legal and risk management framework capable of supporting our global scale and growth.
Key Responsibilities
Capital Strategy and IPO Execution (Primary Focus)
Lead the US IPO Process:
Take full ownership of all legal aspects of the company's Initial Public Offering (IPO) on a US stock exchange (e.g., NYSE or NASDAQ).
Strategic Advisor:
Act as the chief legal advisor to the executive team and Board of Directors on all IPO-related matters, including structure, timeline, compliance, and risk.
External Counsel Management:
Lead, coordinate, and manage relationships with external legal counsel, underwriters, auditors, and other advisors involved in the IPO.
Document Drafting and Review:
Oversee and deeply engage in the preparation, review, and finalization of all IPO-related legal documents, including the registration statement (F-1), governance charters, and more.
Ensure Compliance:
Ensure the company's full compliance with all SEC and other relevant regulatory requirements before, during, and after the public listing.
Legal and Compliance Leadership
Corporate Governance:
Establish and maintain robust corporate governance standards for a public company, supporting the Board of Directors and its committees (Audit, Compensation, Nominating & Governance).
Compliance Framework:
Build and enhance a global compliance program covering anti-corruption (FCPA), antitrust, trade compliance, data privacy & security (GDPR, CCPA), and export controls.
M&A and Financing:
Lead legal due diligence, structuring, negotiation, and execution for strategic investments, financing rounds, joint ventures, and M&A transactions.
Commercial Contracts:
Guide the team in reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including global strategic partnerships, major sales and procurement contracts, and technology licensing agreements.
IP Strategy:
Work closely with the technology team to develop and implement a global intellectual property strategy, managing patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Dispute Resolution:
Manage significant litigation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution proceedings.
Team Management and Strategic Collaboration
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global legal team.
Act as a key member of the executive team, actively participating in strategic decision-making and providing proactive legal and risk counsel.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional departments (Finance, HR, Business Development, R&D) to support overall business objectives.
Qualifications
Mandatory Requirements:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree from a recognized law school in the US, China, or other common law jurisdiction, with active bar membership in good standing.
A minimum of 15 years of legal experience, including a senior role at a top-tier law firm or as in-house counsel at a high-growth multinational technology company.
Must have a proven track record of leading at least one company through a complete US IPO process and deep familiarity with post-IPO ongoing compliance obligations.
Extensive expertise in US securities laws, Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), and stock exchange listing rules.
Demonstrated excellence in corporate governance, M&A, complex commercial negotiations, and compliance management within a multinational context.
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and leadership skills in both English and Mandarin Chinese, with the ability to effectively liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Exceptional business acumen and strategic thinking, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical business solutions.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior in-house experience within the green tech, renewable energy, IoT, or SaaS industries.
Experience handling complex cross-border data privacy and regulatory matters.
Proven experience in building and leading a distributed, global legal team.
We Offer
A unique opportunity to define and lead the future of the global green tech industry.
A senior executive role at the core of the company's most critical historical moment.
A highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including a significant equity component.
The opportunity to work with a world-class executive team and Board of Directors.
An open, innovative, and mission-driven work culture.
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Nandina REM is creating new sources of advanced materials for manufacturing supply chains. We are an early stage company specialising in the use of deep tech and material science to recover and remanufacture critical resources, creating a rapidly developing market for low-emission circular materials such as carbon fibre composites and metals.
We’re looking for our first General Counsel to join as a key senior leader providing strategic advice on all aspects of our business. This is a hands‐on role that requires a blend of legal expertise, business acumen and an entrepreneurial spirit to co‐create innovation that has never existed before and to be bold in the face of challenging deep rooted institutions that are stubborn to change. We are looking for a true partner to the founders, working together to navigate the complex legal challenges of the strategic goods sector spanning international trade regulations, intellectual property and compliance in an era of growing geopolitical tensions in a sector that is considered the foundation of innovation for all modern and future aerospace and defence platforms.
Candidates must have the legal right to work in their jurisdiction of hire. Nandina REM is unable to sponsor local work visas for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Contracts & Commercial Law: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, and customer contracts. A deep expertise in contracts law is essential.
Startup Fundraising: Provide legal support and guidance throughout our fundraising cycles, including due diligence, term sheet negotiations, and closing documentation. Experience with venture capital funding and private equity is highly preferred.
International Expansion: Advise on legal and regulatory requirements for our expansion into new markets, specifically Australia and the U.S. This includes international trade regulations, export controls, and import/export compliance.
Corporate Governance: Manage corporate governance, including board resolutions, legal entity management, and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations in Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and the U.S.
Intellectual Property (IP): Oversee our IP portfolio, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, and advise on IP strategy and enforcement.
Risk Management & Compliance: Identify and mitigate legal risks across the organization. Develop and implement company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Team Leadership: Build and manage the legal department as we grow, including hiring and overseeing outside counsel as needed.
Mindset
Creative Problem‐Solver: It’s not just about identifying problems; it’s more about finding innovative and practical solutions that enable the business to move forward.
Freedom to Deliver: You will have the autonomy to shape your own work and the legal function. This also comes with the expectation of being accountable for decisions you make. However, decisions you advise on are owned by the decision maker.
Collaborative Partner: We value building long‐term strong relationships, working side‐by‐side with the co‐founders and other leaders is critical to achieve our ultimate ambition.
Adaptable: The world of dual‐use is full of ambiguity, it’s okay if you are not an expert in this space but a willingness to understand how to quickly pivot to address new challenges in a fast‐paced environment is essential.
Unicorn Qualities
Significant amount of legal experience with a manufacturing tech startup.
Experience with defence technology.
Expertise in contracts law for both Singapore and US jurisdictions.
Experience in supporting a startup through fundraising from Seed to Series B.
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About Us

SGB is an innovative and tech-focused digital bank based in Bahrain that is reshaping the new financial ecosystem with the goal of serving as a nexus between traditional and digital financial services. We aim to be the most trusted banking partner within the fintech and digital assets space and to build a one-stop solution providing comprehensive banking, payment, treasury and custody solutions for the new economy. We are looking out for forward thinking and like-minded builders to join our fast-growing team.

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly-motivated General Counsel to head our legal function and play a pivotal leadership role within a fast-growing digital bank. Based in Singapore, you will report directly to the CEO and serve as the chief legal advisor to senior management across the group.

You will be responsible for leading and growing the legal team, overseeing all legal, regulatory and corporate governance matters and partner closely with business leaders across the group. You will be involved in advising business teams on a variety of matters, including financial regulations, legal risks, innovative and new-to-market banking products, tech and commercial matters, fund raising, corporate governance and other projects.

Your responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal advice to the Board of Directors, CEO and other senior management.

• Lead, develop, and manage the legal team to ensure high-quality support across all business lines.

• Oversee legal, regulatory, and corporate governance matters for the group and its subsidiaries.

• Drive legal and regulatory risk management, ensuring robust frameworks and proactive risk mitigation.

• Advise on financial regulations, innovative and bespoke banking products, commercial, tech, and corporate matters, M&A, fundraising, and strategic transactions.

• Partner with cross-border teams to support global expansion and market entry initiatives.

• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of key contracts and agreements, including high-value strategic partnerships.

• Oversee engagement with regulators and manage relationships with external counsel across multiple jurisdictions.

• Ensure the bank’s policies, processes, and practices reflect compliance with applicable laws and best practices.

• Contribute as a member of the senior leadership team, influencing strategy, culture, and risk management across the business.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree/JD from a reputable law school.

• Qualified to practise in Singapore, Hong Kong, UK, U.S. or other common law countries.

• At least 12–15 years PQE, with a strong mix of top-tier law firm and in-house experience.

• Significant expertise in financial regulations, banking, and financial services. Experience and/or interest in digital assets will be an advantage.

• Proven track record of leadership in managing legal teams and advising senior stakeholders.

• Commercially minded with the ability to balance risk with business needs in a fast-moving environment.

• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.

• Hands-on, entrepreneurial approach; able to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth setting.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package

• Corporate medical and dental insurance plan

• Health and wellness benefits

• Health screening and vaccination benefits

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This role is to provide legal advice and support to Singtel Group’s transnational M&A activities and existing investments in Regional Associates as well as new markets. He/she has to provide legal support for special projects and Singtel Group’s treasury functions and ensure Singtel Group’s interests are protected and furthered in various transactions.
Make An Impact By
Provide legal expertise in M&A activities including reviewing, drafting and negotiating agreements/contracts such as sale and purchase/investment agreements, joint venture/ shareholder agreements.
Support Regional Associates and other Singtel investments such as providing legal advice in relation to shareholder / board resolutions and regulatory matters.
Provide legal support for treasury activities including reviewing and negotiating facility agreements for bilateral / syndicated loans, bond / MTN documentation.
Taking a leadership role as part of the legal leadership team in initiating and driving legal department projects as required e.g. enhancing specific legal competencies or increasing digitalization and productivity.
Manage external legal counsels, including giving instructions and managing external legal costs.
Skills To Succeed
Bachelor of Laws (from Singapore or recognised UK universities). Admitted to the Singapore Bar.
10 – 12 years PQE, preferably in a leading law firm or legal department of a large multinational corporation, Partner level.
Sound knowledge of legal advice in general corporate advisory work including company and contract law.
Experience in advising on M&A transactions.
Good business acumen and experience in various transactions such as M&A, corporate restructuring, JVs, capital markets etc.
Familiar with regulatory environment in Singapore including Companies Act, Listing Manual and Takeover Code.
Excellent business acumen and critical/analytical aptitude, with ability to act as advisor to Top/ Senior Management.
Good interpersonal skills and able to interact and work across functions and levels.
Able to handle and work under intense pressure and tight deadlines.
Excellent communication, writing, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Team player, able to work independently with strong project and people management skills.
Rewards that Go Beyond
Full suite of health and wellness benefits
Ongoing training and development programs
Internal mobility opportunities
We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for our employees & customers and will require all prospective employees to be fully vaccinated.
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Overview
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Associate General Counsel
role at
Monad Foundation . The Monad Foundation is a team of dedicated ecosystem and community builders who are on a mission to massively grow the impact of decentralized tech. We believe that the Monad blockchain—the performant and parallel EVM Layer 1—will help decentralized apps eat the world. The role is at the epicenter of crypto and blockchain innovation, uniquely positioned for high impact.
What You Will Do
Cross Functional Collaboration: Provide comprehensive legal support across the organization, including BD, ecosystem, growth, engineering, finance and operations, to support business growth and ensure legal alignment with Foundation goals.
Transactional: Draft, negotiate and manage a diverse array of agreements for the Foundation, including collaboration agreements, grant agreements, services agreements, SaaS agreements, sponsorship agreements, confidentiality arrangements and more.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with transactions, operations, and strategic initiatives.
Regulatory Compliance: Advise and implement policy as it relates to cutting edge regulatory matters impacting the Foundation and stay abreast of rapidly evolving regulations in the crypto, web3, or fintech sectors.
Utility Player: Ready to dive into whatever issues may arise from transactional work to employee matters to intercompany matters.
Efficiency Optimization: Help develop operational processes and tools to empower the Foundation to move quickly and execute effectively, while mitigating risks and maintaining a strong commitment to compliance.
Who You Are
Professional Experience: 6+ years of relevant legal experience for AGC / 4+ years of relevant legal experience for Senior Counsel with a mixture of law firm and in-house experience.
Education/Licensing: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one bar of a relevant jurisdiction.
Skillset:
Deep understanding of blockchain ecosystems across verticals (e.g., DeFi, RWAs, tokenized assets, NFTs, gaming, payments) as well as the relevant regulatory implications.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a focus on helping internal teams take smart risks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal issues in a clear, concise manner to deliver results-oriented legal advice.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, innovative environment, effectively organizing, prioritizing, and managing diverse stakeholders and time-sensitive projects.
Strong attention to detail and business acumen.
Able to exercise high judgment and integrity in ambiguous environments.
Industry Interest: Demonstrated experience and/or strong interest in crypto, web3, or fintech is a significant plus.
Importantly: You enjoy getting stuff done.
Why Work with Us
Challenging problems. You’ll work on extremely challenging problems with massive impact.
Huge opportunity. The Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) standard is ubiquitous, but existing EVM-compatible chains are slow and bandwidth-constrained. Monad’s core innovations offer developers the best of both worlds (portability and performance) and are a game-changer for mass user adoption in crypto.
The right team. You’ll be part of an exceptional and highly-motivated team
Culture. We’re a lean team working together to achieve very ambitious goals. We are united in our culture of collaboration, low ego, and high-quality output. As an early member of our team, you’ll help continue to shape our culture.
Salary And Benefits
Benefits for full-time employees may include medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% coverage for employees); generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and 10 company-observed holidays.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Blockchain Services
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Recruiting Legal Professionals for Singapore and Southeast Asia
*Exclusive Role*
This is an Assistant General Counsel role based in Singapore for a company that has established a strong reputation for operational excellence, innovation, and a people‐centric culture that emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and continuous growth.
Role Overview
As an Assistant General Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Group General Counsel and senior leadership in managing the company’s legal affairs across multiple jurisdictions. This role requires a hands‐on, commercially minded lawyer who thrives in a dynamic and fast‐paced environment. You will act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing practical and solution‐oriented counsel to facilitate strategic and operational decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Advise senior management and business teams on a wide range of legal and commercial matters, balancing legal risk with business objectives.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other key commercial agreements across various functional areas.
Partner closely with business leaders to develop pragmatic solutions that support commercial goals while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and internal policies.
Assist in the development and implementation of group‐wide legal frameworks, policies, and governance processes.
Manage external counsel engagements efficiently and strategically.
Support the Group General Counsel in corporate, compliance, and risk management matters, as well as ad‐hoc strategic projects.
Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders to foster a culture of legal awareness and proactive risk management.
Requirements
Qualified lawyer based in Singapore with at least 8–12 years of post‐qualification experience gained from a reputable law firm and/or in‐house environment preferably from a logistics or shipping industry.
Proven ability to provide clear, commercially focused legal advice in a fast‐moving business setting.
Strong business acumen with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders across diverse functions.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
Collaborative, pragmatic, and solution‐driven approach.
High degree of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
Only those who are shortlisted will be notified.
Seniority level
Mid‐Senior level
Employment type
Full‐time
Job function
Legal and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Assistant General Counsel
role at
Singtel
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Assistant General Counsel
role at
Singtel
An empowering career at Singtel begins with a Hello. Our purpose, to Empower Every Generation, connects people to the possibilities they need to excel. Every "hello" at Singtel opens doors to new initiatives, growth, and BIG possibilities that takes your career to new heights. So, when you say hello to us, you are really empowered to say.“Hello BIG Possibilities”.
Be a Part of Something BIG!
This role is to provide legal advice and support to Singtel Group’s transnational M&A activities and existing investments in Regional Associates as well as new markets. He/she has to provide legal support for special projects and Singtel Group’s treasury functions and ensure Singtel Group’s interests are protected and furthered in various transactions.
Make An Impact By
Provide legal expertise in M&A activities including reviewing, drafting and negotiating agreements/contracts such as sale and purchase/investment agreements, joint venture/ shareholder agreements.
Support Regional Associates and other Singtel investments such as providing legal advice in relation to shareholder / board resolutions and regulatory matters.
Provide legal support for treasury activities including reviewing and negotiating facility agreements for bilateral / syndicated loans, bond / MTN documentation.
Taking a leadership role as part of the legal leadership team in initiating and driving legal department projects as required e.g. enhancing specific legal competencies or increasing digitalization and productivity.
Manage external legal counsels, including giving instructions and managing external legal costs.
Skills To Succeed
Bachelor of Laws (from Singapore or recognised UK universities). Admitted to the Singapore Bar.
10 – 12 years PQE, preferably in a leading law firm or legal department of a large multinational corporation, Partner level.
Sound knowledge of legal advice in general corporate advisory work including company and contract law.
Experience in advising on M&A transactions.
Good business acumen and experience in various transactions such as M&A, corporate restructuring, JVs, capital markets etc.
Excellent drafting skills.
Familiar with regulatory environment in Singapore including Companies Act, Listing Manual and Takeover Code.
Excellent business acumen and critical/analytical aptitude, with ability to act as advisor to Top/ Senior Management.
Good interpersonal skills and able to interact and work across functions and levels.
Able to handle and work under intense pressure and tight deadlines.
Excellent communication, writing, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Team player, able to work independently with strong project and people management skills.
Rewards that Go Beyond
Full suite of health and wellness benefits
Ongoing training and development programs
Internal mobility opportunities
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Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
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Overview
Our client is a high-growth, tech-driven startup with global operations, seeking a
Global General Counsel
to lead its legal function. The ideal candidate is currently in a global general counsel or equivalent senior legal role, with strong experience in litigation, M&A, and complex contract drafting. This role requires a strategic thinker who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes full ownership of legal matters across jurisdictions.
Responsibilities
Lead all legal matters globally, including commercial contracts, litigation, and M&A.
Draft and negotiate bespoke agreements for solution-based offerings.
Manage litigation and disputes, coordinating with external counsel.
Support M&A activities from due diligence to integration.
Advise leadership on legal risk, compliance, and governance.
Build and scale the legal function with full ownership.
Qualifications
15+ years PQE with global legal leadership experience.
Strong experience in contract drafting, litigation management, and M&A.
Strategic problem solver with excellent stakeholder management skills.
Comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Law degree and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: Technology, Information and Media
We appreciate all applications; however, due to the confidential nature of this search, we will only reach out to candidates whose experience closely aligns with the requirements of the role.
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