Total 56 Junior Executive level Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4HQ

DFDL was established in 1994 and founded on a unique vision: to create an integrated legal and tax advisory firm, with in-depth knowledge of the developing jurisdictions in which we are based. Our dedicated professionals exhibit the acumen and insight necessary to assist you in navigating the legal and tax complexities and challenges. Drawing on a wide-ranging industry experience and finely tuned local knowledge in countries we operate in, we strive to provide concise, commercially focused and innovative advice, staying true to our original motto: “One Region. One Firm”.

DFDL has 12 offices including collaborating firms, in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

As a full-service firm, DFDL provides legal and tax services across a variety of industry sectors. To better serve our clients’ business needs, we have also organized our expertise into the following practice groups:

• Anti-Trust and Competition
• Aviation and Logistics
• Banking and Finance
• Compliance and Investigations
• Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions
• Dispute Resolution
• Employment
• Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure
• Investment Funds
• Real Estate and Hospitality
• Restructuring
• Tax and Transfer Pricing
• Technology, Media and Telecoms

Position:

We are looking to recruit a Legal assistant to be based in Ho Chi Minh office.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with career development and personal growth opportunities.

Reports to: Advisers and Project Managers

Key external relationships: Clients and Government Officials

Key internal relationships: Partners, Directors, Senior Management and other key internal stakeholders

Position type: Full Time

Applicants eligible: Vietnamese fluent

Working Hour: Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 12:30pm and from 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Main duties of the role

• Provide comprehensive legal research assistance to senior levels on various practice areas such as: energy, banking & finance, employment, real estate, technology etc.
• Assist senior levels with administrative tasks.
• Provide translation support.
• Assisting with document management
• Provide legal advice exclusively on behalf of the Firm and to clients of the Firm;
• Interact with licensing and other regulatory authorities as needed for the provision of advice to the Firm’s clients;
• Report to and take instructions from the Project Managers and any supervising legal advisers;
• Assist other legal advisers, administrative personnel, other management personnel, and the Firm, as required;
• Participate in knowledge management, professional development, and Firm administrative activities as requested;
• Other tasks not specifically listed in this document may be assigned from time to time.

Essential skills & proficiency

• Between 0-2 years of professional work experience in the law-firm;
• A good approach to problem solving, including lateral thinking ability;
• Excellent in communication in spoken and written English & Vietnamese;
• Good international-standard legal writing skills;
• Have an enthusiastic attitude towards building a career as a legal adviser/senior legal adviser;
• Ability to take the initiative and pay close attention to detail;
• Honesty, reliability, a strong work ethic and a commitment to strict confidentiality;
• Self-motivated and committed to self-improvement; and
• Able to work in a team and independently; and
• Microsoft Office suite proficient.

Desirable

• Prior work experience at a law firm;
• Strong in legal research skills
• Excellent proficiency in both English and Vietnamese
• Ability to manage time and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Privacy Notice

In accordance with the Vietnamese Government's Decree 13/2023/ND-CP dated 17 April 2023 on personal data protection, by applying for this position, the candidate agrees to allow the company to collect, hold, use, and process the candidate’s personal data, both electronically and in hard copy formats, for the purposes of recruitment administration. This includes data processing in order to maintain candidates' personnel files and ensure compliance with applicable procedures, laws, and regulations.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae or resume, accompanied by a covering letter outlining the candidate’s interest in and suitability for the position.

All applications and expressions of interest will be treated confidentially and reviewed only by DFDL Senior Management and the Human Resources team.

Please note that this position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and processed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job description – Digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in preventing and monitoring dengue and Covid-19: A comparative study of Singapore and other countries

Position: Research Assistant (Bachelor degree/Master level)
Contract: 4 months
Location: Singapore, CNRS@CREATE (NUS campus)

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant (RA) to support a multidisciplinary project that investigates prevention strategies for dengue and Covid-19 in Singapore (https://www.cnrsatcreate.cnrs.fr/space/). The research emphasizes the transformative role of digital technologies and AI in public health management.

Tasks:

• Conduct literature reviews on the use of digital technologies and AI applications in public health, focusing on dengue and Covid-19 prevention, monitoring, and control.
• Assist with data collection through interviews with stakeholders (public health officials, tech developers, researchers) and through document analysis of government reports, policies, and relevant publications.
• Support comparative analysis of prevention strategies, focusing on digital technologies (mobile apps, AI, IoT, drones) used in different countries.
• Analyze secondary health data (e.g. dengue incidence rates, app usage statistics, etc.) and integrate qualitative findings from interviews.
• Assist in preparing academic manuscripts, policy briefs, and presentations.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's or Master's degree in public health, geography, urban studies, data science, or a related field.

· Experience with qualitative research methods.

· Strong interest in digital technologies, AI, and public health in Asia.

· Proficiency in literature reviews, data analysis, and report writing.

· Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Preferred skills:

· Knowledge of health policies and urban public health challenges in Asia.

• Familiarity with research ethics, especially in relation to interviews or handling public health data
• Familiarity with Southeast Asian contexts, especially Singapore and neighboring countries.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, is essential. Proficiency in additional languages spoken in Southeast Asia would be a plus, though not required.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, effectively managing time, staying organized, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.

Additional information:

· The applicant must be based in Singapore and have the right to work there.

· The grade of appointment will be determined based on the candidate’s academic qualifications and years of relevant experience.

Application: Please send your CV, a cover letter, and one writing sample (e.g., academic paper, report) to elisabeth.peyrouxatcnrs.fr. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and explain why you are interested in this research project.

Application Deadline: 16 December 2024

Start Date: 2nd of January 2025

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

The Centre for Banking & Finance Law (CBFL) at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore, strives to be at the forefront of legal developments in banking and finance. Its mission is to contribute ideas for improving financial systems at the national, regional, and global levels. The Centre aims to foster a vibrant community that generates scholarship, policy recommendations, and intellectual exchanges focused on enhancing the robustness, soundness, and stability of the banking sector, capital markets, and other financial services.

The Centre invites applications from qualified candidates in the field of banking and finance law to undertake research and contribute to its activities. It welcomes research proposals across all areas of banking and finance law, including but not limited to: digitisation, artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, ESG, AML, payments, trade finance, credit and security, and financial consumer protection.

BENEFITS

1. Employment on a full-time contract at NUS Law for one year.
2. A remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
3. Eligibility to apply for research and conference funding from CBFL to support attendance at academic conferences and to conduct field research, where required.
4. Allocation of a workstation within CBFL.

DUTIES

1. Develop and pursue a research agenda, including undertaking research projects on topics related to banking and/or finance law, with a view to publication in suitable journals, edited volumes, reputable blogs or other appropriate online media.
2. Present work-in-progress at CBFL research seminars with a view to refining it for publication.
3. Assist in other CBFL research projects and initiatives, as assigned by the CBFL leadership.
4. Attend and contribute to CBFL events.
5. Residence in Singapore throughout the term of appointment, subject to the standard NUS terms for annual and academic leave.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

The applicant must possess strong organisational skills, self-motivation, diligence, the ability to meet deadlines, and keen attention to detail. Excellent command of the English language, both written and oral, is essential, along with demonstrated ability to independently produce publishable research.

The required academic qualifications are position-dependant:

Research Assistant
An appointment as a Research Assistant may be offered to an applicant who has a Bachelor’s degree in law and/or who has recently graduated with an LLB (Hons) with a First-class or good Upper Second-Class Honours (or equivalent) in law.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications are to be submitted via the NUS Career Portal. The application must comprise:

1. Cover letter
The cover letter should, among other things, explain your interest in the position. You are not required to express a preference for any specific listed position, as this will be determined based on your qualifications, background, and expertise. Additionally, the letter should include a statement outlining your research plans for the next one to two years.

2. Curriculum Vitae
A curriculum vitae should be submitted, providing comprehensive and detailed information about your academic institutions, honours, awards, complete publication record, and professional experience (both current and previous). Please include dates of employment and job descriptions for all roles.

3. Writing sample
Since the successful applicant is expected to develop their own research to a publishable standard, a writing sample must be included with the application. Ideally, this sample should relate to some aspect of your proposed research. Please submit the sample in Word format only.

4. Letters of Recommendation
The application must be supported by two references from academic referees. Applicants are requested to arrange for their referees to send their references to lawresearchappt@nus.edu.sg by the closing date.

5. Closing Date
The closing date for the receipt of applications and references is Friday, 10 January 2025. Applications must be submitted at NUS Career portal.

6. Shortlisting and Interview
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview on a date to be arranged. All applicants will be notified of the status of their application within two months of the closing date

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Tenure-track faculty positions in Geotechnical Engineering, on areas related to Urban Sustainable Development and Climate Change. Faculty members will be expected to teach existing undergraduate and graduate courses as part of the Civil and Environmental Engineering curricula, as well as develop new and innovative courses related to geotechnical engineering and sustainability.

Job Requirements

The candidate should hold a doctorate in civil engineering or a closely related discipline, preferably with background and experience in, but not limited to, one or more of the following geotechnical domain expertise: underground space, land creation, sustainable geo-materials and coastal resilience. Additional skills and knowledge in centrifuge modelling, data analytics and machine learning will be highly advantageous. The ability to develop and maintain an active and externally funded research programme within his/her area of expertise will be an added advantage.

Duke-NUS embodies a strategic partnership between Duke University and National University of Singapore (NUS). It works closely with the Singapore Health Services (SingHealth) cluster which is a network of national specialty disease centres, hospitals and polyclinics, to advance medicine and improve lives through cutting-edge research and education. Together, Duke-NUS and SingHealth form an Academic Medical Centre that comprises a number of academic collaborations.

The Health Services and Systems Research (HSSR) Programme at Duke-NUS is a centre of academic excellence for research and education on the organisation, funding and delivery of health services. The programme’ s focus is on public health and clinical service innovation in an increasingly complex and connected world. The selected candidate will work in Cardiovascular Health Research Services Unit established under the CArdiovascular DiseasE National Collaborative Enterprise (CADENCE) national clinical translational programme. They will perform a variety of activities relevant to the planned economic evaluations for health interventions and assist a team of health economists.

Job Description

• Perform data cleaning, handling and analysis
• Perform economic evaluations in healthcare (cost analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, cost-utility analysis or budget impact analysis) with guidance
• Assist in drafting research abstracts and manuscripts
• Assist in preparation of PowerPoint presentations to various stakeholders
• Conduct literature reviews to evaluate the potential value of health innovations
• Assist in preparation of evaluation reports for the health economics team
• Extract data from existing databases and published literature
• Manage projects from start to end with guidance (i.e. Develop research objectives and study design, perform data extraction and data collation, conduct data modelling, perform statistical analysis and engage and collaborate with various stakeholders)
• Support secretariat and administrative functions pertaining to the health economics team at HSSR

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Master’s Degree in Public Health is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience with quantitative data
• Adept at working with data, including processing raw data to visualise trends and deciphering patterns and ability to handle large data sets
• Experience in various quantitative research methods preferred.
• Experience or training in health economics will be beneficial.
• Experience with R programming language, and a willingness to learn more applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a team, with dynamic reporting lines and multiple stakeholders
• Able to work independently with limited supervision
• Action-oriented, highly motivated and target-focused

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to manage the technical risk, security operation and SOC.
• Act as IT security expert for department in the areas of cyber security assessments, PAM, Database, WAF, Firewall and EPP/EDR.
• Perform risk assessment and identify mitigation controls for the risk area identified.
• Enhance and build cyber threat detection user cases and assist in analyzing and reducing false positive.
• Identify infection/compromise in the company utilizing threat intelligence and indicators of compromise (IOCs) from different threat Intel sources and regulators.
• Ensure all compliance and security control functions are performed timely and orderly.
• Drive continuous improvement of procedures and processes related to cybersecurity process and operations monitoring.
• Track, monitor and valid security-related and risk issues, provide an action plan to rectify the issues and prevent recurrence.
• Generate security reports and metrics as required.
• Provide timely and periodic update to managements on its security matters.
• Stay current on the latest Cyber threats, Attacks and vulnerabilities etc.
• Good diploma or degree in Computer Science, Digital Forensic or Engineering preferred.
• Preferred minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience in IT security auditing or security operation role.
• Strong knowledge in internet infrastructure, networking technology and security (i.e. DNS, DHCP, Firewall, WAF, IDS, IPS, VPN, APT and TCP/IP protocols)
• Working experience with major SIEM will be advantage
• Strong practical experience in Cyber security: Cyber kill chain, TTP, threat intelligence, malware triages.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and is detail-oriented with inquisitive mind during case investigation.
• Good team player with strong communication skills with project teams, stakeholders, senior management, and contractors including both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Professional security related qualification (e.g. CEH, ECIH/GCIH, and ITIL) will be favorable although not mandatory technical skills

Key Responsibilities:

• To independently provide corporate secretarial services to clients.
• To be involved in the smooth running of operations of the teams, including being involved the in the design of new processes or systems and/or the improvement of existing processes or systems.
• To oversee/mentor junior members of the team.
• Work scope would include:-

1. Handling a portfolio of clients and a full range of activities including, but not limited to, organising board/board committee meetings, taking minutes of meeting, attending to board resolutions, ACRA filings, amongst other tasks assigned.
2. Contributing to the management and growth of a team of effective professionals to serve clients’ needs, including work review, coaching and staff development.
3. Provide advice to clients on corporate secretarial matters.
4. Manage clients’ deliverables to ensure that agreed timeline is met.
5. Other matters as may be assigned or may arise from time to time relating to the delivery of services to the client.

Qualifications, Competencies and Other Requirements

• ICSA graduate, preferably with degree in Business Administration/Commerce/Law/IT related disciplines.
• Min 5 years of corporate secretarial experience in a senior position, including as named company secretary, and currently operating in managerial capacity.
• Sound understanding of Singapore Companies Act. A high degree of professionalism, ability to communicate with all levels of management, as well as having integrity and decision-making skills.
• Exposure to investment and financial industry would be useful.

eqponsibilities :

• Maintenance of invoices i.e. scanning, updating and posting of invoices in system
• Processing of payments to vendors and perform bank reconciliation
• Liaison with vendors for missing invoices/payment status
• Attach daily bank advice in accounting system
• To perform ad-hoc duties as per assigned

Requirements

• O Levels/ LCCI / Certificate / Diploma in Accountancy or equivalent
• Computer skills and Microsoft Office
• Minimum 1 year of related experience