Total 5 job vacancies by King & Wood Mallesons Llp

• Rare Singapore based Business Development leadership role in a top tier law firm
• Seeking an experienced Business Development lead to spearhead our Singapore office's BD activities
• Diverse BD role partnering with 5 different practice areas across a range of geographies
• If you’re ready to make an impact and lead our Singapore and wider South and Southeast Asian BD initiatives keep reading

Who are we?

A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.

With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

Role Detail

This is your chance to make an impact in a dynamic environment where your ideas will be valued and your leadership will inspire growth. Our Singapore office is growing – partnering with 5 different practice areas, across a range of geographies, we want you to play a pivotal role in that growth.

Based in the Singapore office, working directly with the Partner in Charge, Singapore, the role plays a key part in executing KWM’s strategy for Singapore and the wider South and Southeast Asian region by applying market insight, business development, relationship building and brand enhancing skills.

Key elements include:

• Supporting the formulation and implementation of the firm’s strategy and business development plan for Singapore and its wider surrounding region
• Designing and overseeing the implementation of a program of BD and marketing activities for the Singapore office focussing on key clients and practices
• Identifying and implementing improvements for cross-firm and team collaboration in relation to clients and opportunities
• Leadership role of a small BD team in Singapore and interface with the wider KWM BD team (in particular, the team in KWM Australia) for support and collaboration

About You

With your proven experience in business development, preferably within a legal or professional services environment, your strategic thinking and analytical skills will be valued and your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will set you up for success.

With an excellence without arrogance ethos, you will lead by example and understand the need to pitch in as and when required. You will also bring:

• Business development experience in South and Southeast Asia
• Ideally, experience in a law firm environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop mutually beneficial relationships with external and internal clients built on trust, respect and rapport
• Ability to communicate with staff, management and partners at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to identify new business opportunities as a result of research and analysis of business trends, market, client and competitor intelligence
• Experience developing and implementing revenue enhancing, business and marketing strategies
• Ability to manage complex issues involving numerous parties
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Experience delivering effective day to day/operational business development support

We are looking for an experienced Law Clerk to join our Singapore office.

• strong attention to detail and ability to streamline systems for risk management and efficiency
• excellent analytical, communication and research skills - to contribute to the delivery of prompt and commercially astute advice
• the ability to work autonomously
• strong commitment to client service and well-developed relationship management ability - you will play a role in supporting and actively developing our relationships with clients
• team focus - to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships
• enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities - participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks
• first rate experience of drafting documents (including agreements, contracts, deeds etc.)

Our Singapore Technology Law team are looking to recruit a Senior Associate with a background in technology and telecommunications law.

Working closely with Daryl Cox you will be responsible for complex and challenging legal work which often sets the pace in the market. In this role you will perform primarily advisory, commercial and transactional work with a focus on digital infrastructure, emerging technologies, dataand telecommunications.

This is a regional role with opportunities to work on matters, and to build internal and external relationships, across Southeast Asia and beyond.

Applicant criteria for the position:

• Excellent analytical, communication, drafting and research skills - to deliver prompt and commercially astute advice
• Strong commitment to business development, client service and relationship management - you will play a key role in actively developing relationships with our clients
• Team focus - to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships
• Enthusiasm to be involved in our growth across Southeast Asia and beyond

As a senior lawyer within the team you will be expected to build and maintain your networks and be actively involved in industry related issues and thought leadership. You will have proven experience in managing teams and resourcing matters efficiently.

About us:

A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. With over 3000 lawyers in 29 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

• Additional role to the firm - Rare opportunity to join the only global top-tier Asian law firm.
• Supported by the Australian based wider Technology team, be the go-to tech expert in this varied role covering IT support, networking, and AV responsibilities for the Singapore office.
• Thrive in a close-knit and welcoming team - Make an impact!

Who are we?

A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.
With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

Role Detail

It's an exciting time to join our Singapore office. Our team is expanding rapidly with numerous projects on the horizon, prompting the creation of a new role for a dedicated IT professional to provide essential on-the-ground support and be the tech go-to for our team.

Reporting to the Technology Service Desk Manager based in Australia, you will be the go-to for all Technology operations, providing exceptional support to all KWM employees in the Singapore office.

You will be responsible for,

• First-line calls to resolving complex issues;
• Troubleshooting networking issues;
• Managing audio-visual services;
• Setting up Technology in conference rooms;
• Coordinating international video conferences;
• Actively engaging with staff, moving around the office and ensuring all our technology runs smoothly.

Working closely with the specialist technical teams in Australia, you will also manage complex incidents, guiding and collaborating to find the best solutions. Your input will help refine our internal procedures and create a more streamlined support environment.

About You

This opportunity will suit someone eager to step up in their career. You will be proactive, resourceful, and excited about influencing the tech landscape of a growing office.

You will be a technology service desk professional who thrives in a customer service-focused environment and brings excellent communication skills, a professional manner, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

You will also bring:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in an IT Service Desk position with a professional services sector
• Proven ability to clarify, prioritise, and resolve technical issues in a Windows 10/11, Azure and Microsoft 365 environment
• Strong understanding of network topology
• Experience with audio-visual systems
• Troubleshooting skills for supporting remote staff (VPN & Citrix Remote Desktop, etc.)
• Experience with managing Mobile devices via an MDM solution (iPhones etc.)
• Active Directory skills - ability to maintain, create, and delete user accounts
• Configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting VOIP softphones & telephone handsets
• Microsoft certification and networking certification will be looked on favourably.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Who are we?

We are Asia's top tier international law firm with 25 offices and almost 3,000 lawyers strategically positioned in the world's growth markets and financial centres. In Singapore, where we have a fast growing practice, KWM is ranked as a leading law firm in 4 out of 5 cornerstone practice areas in Legal 500, as well as across various practices in other legal directories including IFLR1000 and Chambers Asia-Pacific.

Role Detail

We are seeking a Practice Assistant to join our friendly Singapore team to support a set of Partners and other Lawyers from our Banking & Finance and M&A practice groups. This position is ideal for a proactive junior who can thrive and develop alongside the responsibilities of the role.

Daily tasks will vary but involve managing legal documents, fostering client relations, handling financial administration, organizing files, managing diaries, coordinating travel, and providing general administrative support. Additionally, there is an opportunity for engaging in demi-paralegal work.

About You

• Minimum of 1 year in a legal support role (such as Legal Assistant, Practice Assistant, Legal Executive or Legal Secretary)
• Strong verbal and written skills - English essential, and Mandarin highly regarded
• Sound knowledge of the monthly billing process in a legal environment - experience with Elite highly regarded
• Advanced knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to analyse, problem solve and apply appropriate use of judgement
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, choosing an appropriate style for your audience
• Well-developed interpersonal skills

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.