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Overview

He/She will provide efficient and timely legal support to all business functions within the Company Group. The Legal Counsel is based in Singapore and supports primarily the Singapore businesses but some regional support in China, Australia and Indonesia may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.Legal

• Drafting, vetting and negotiation of various agreements including dealer/ distributor agreements, bank facility and security documents, tenders, procurement contracts or service agreements with vendor / suppliers, tenancy agreements etc.

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.

• Highlight potential risks and provide recommendations to limit exposure.

• Advice and manage disputes/litigation.

• Administration of Group’s intellectual property and proprietary information.

• Drafting and review of corporate documents such as shareholder and board resolutions.

• Manage external legal counsel

2.Contracts and Compliance

• Track/administer key agreements with principals

• Formulate and develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance of Company Group entities with applicable laws/regulations and directives of Company Group HQ

• Conduct training of policies and procedures for staff such as personal data protection, anti-money laundering, code of business conduct and ethics etc.

• Monitor and audit compliance of policies and procedures

3.Protection/Management of Intellectual Property/Data

• Protection and administration of the Group’s intellectual property, proprietary information and personal data

4.Any other suitable duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

• Good law degree from NUS or SMU or recognized overseas law degrees from United Kingdom and called to the Singapore Bar

• 6 to 8 years PQE and in-house legal counsel experience

• Strong corporate and commercial background; experience in automotive or retail sectors would be an advantage

• Ability to work efficiently and independently, good team player and business partner

• Commercially savvy, able to apply knowledge of Group’s business and operations to provide value added legal advice and highlight risks

• Good communicator with strong interpersonal and time management skills

• Able to handle a broad spectrum of practice areas including banking and finance, corporate commercial work, consumer and data protection, franchising, compliance matters and disputes

• Inquirer and learner with strong drive for excellence

• This role may require to communicate with Chinese colleague in China to support legal related issues.

An established Law Firm situated at Tanjong Pagar invite applicants for the position of Litigation Secretary (part time/full time).

Requirements:

1. Relevant working experience in civil litigation / debt recovery.

2. Knowledge in drafting court procedures and legal correspondence.

3. Ability to communicate in both English and Mandarin.

4. Good computer knowledge (knowledge in using E-litigation systems)

5. At least 1 year work experience in a related role.

6. Retirees welcome.

7. Able to start work immediately.

Remuneration will commensurate with relevant experience, qualifications and skills.

Interested applicants kindly email CV to accounts@lbllaw.com.sg. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Legal Secretary - Commercial Property

Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £25,000+ (negotiable based on experience)

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm, is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary to join their Commercial Property team! Known for delivering exceptional service to clients and truly valuing their staff, this firm offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment with excellent company benefits.

About the Role
As a Legal Secretary in the Commercial Property department, you'll play a pivotal role in keeping operations running smoothly. You'll work within a welcoming, professional team, delivering high-quality support and client service.

Responsibilities:

• Audio typing
• File management
• Client care
• Document preparation
• Diary management
• Client interaction
• Front-of-house and general administrative duties

About You:

• Previous experience in a similar Legal Secretarial role
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail
• Ability to prioritise and manage deadlines
• Pride in delivering quality work
• Proficiency in MS Office and IT skills

This is an exciting role for someone who thrives on responsibility and enjoys supporting a dynamic team. Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Send in your CV

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

The Company

Our client is a globally recognized FMCG and iconic brand leader in family-friendly entertainment. Known for its extensive licensing and merchandising network, the company has built a legacy of delighting fans across generations and is committed to operating with integrity, creativity, and innovation. This APAC HQ organization works across borders to ensure brand protection, adherence to legal standards, and excellence in compliance. To support its growing legal needs, the company is looking for a skilled Legal Manager (new position) to join its team in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Reporting into the finance department, you will provide strategic legal guidance, oversee compliance initiatives, and manage a small legal team. Specific responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute legal strategies to manage risk and ensure compliance with relevant laws, including corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts, such as vendor and client agreements, aligning them with company objectives and mitigating risks.
• Oversee and resolve legal disputes, including managing litigation with external counsel, to protect the company’s interests.
• Mentor and manage a junior legal team member, collaborate across departments, and address counterfeit and infringement cases with headquarters.
• Assist in creating and implementing internal policies that promote legal compliance and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (PDPA), overseeing data processing activities within legal requirements.
• Work closely with senior management and other teams to offer legal insights and support strategic business decisions.

Requirements

• Ideally Singapore qualified but open to commonwealth bar qualification or those with a law degree (minimum requirement), with at least 5 years of experience, ideally in licensing, intellectual property, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of intellectual property law and licensing, with practical experience in corporate and contract law.
• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills, combined with strong verbal and written communication.
• Proven ability to lead and manage projects with a high level of organization and attention to deadlines.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role within a legal department would be helpful.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aLegal Cashier to join a well-established law firm. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.

As aLegal Cashier, you will support the accounts team, handling a range of financial duties, including bank reconciliations, managing ledgers, and assisting with both client and office accounts in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

You will be responsible for:

- Manage CHAPS, BACS, FP, and inter-account transfers via online banking systems.

- Input financial data, including disbursements, in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and HMRC guidelines.

- Maintain and update daily and ad-hoc financial reports.

- Post bills to ledgers, ensuring correct VAT calculations.

- Allocate receipts to office and client accounts.

- Assist with the preparation of monthly management reports and year-end accounts..

What we are looking for:

- Previously worked as a Legal Cashier, Accounts Assistant or in a similar role.

- GCSEs in Maths and English.

- 2 A Levels (or equivalent) in Accounting, Business Studies, Law, or a related subject.

- Excellent bookkeeping skills.

- Skilled in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

- AAT qualification is preferred, but not essential.

What's on offer

- Competitive salary

- Bonus scheme

- Friendly and supportive team environment

- Full on-the-job training provided for the right candidate

Apply now for this exceptional Legal Cashier opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Ho & Wee LLP is seeking an associate with an interest in a spectrum of legal work including conveyancing, wills and probate, corporate secretarial and general solicitor’s work.

Requirements:

• Singapore qualified.
• Provide legal advice and support on corporate and commercial matters.
• Research and advice on relevant laws and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Highly motivated and driven, resourceful and meticulous individual.
• A strong sense of responsibility, with a proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• An excellent command of written and spoken English and, preferably, Mandarin (to communicate with our Mandarin speaking clients).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill to interact confidently with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• IT savvy and comfortable using MS office applications and willingness to learn new software when required.
• Ability to work well under pressure and muti-task efficiently.
• Proactive and commercially minded, with a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.

We welcome newly qualified individuals with a keen interest to learn, as well as mid career candidates

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Job Summary:

The Legal Support Specialist provides administrative and clerical support to the legal department, ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of all legal operations. This role involves assisting legal professionals with case management, document preparation, and research, while maintaining high levels of confidentiality and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Support:

· Assist with the preparation and filing of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, pleadings, and corporate filings.

· Organize and maintain both physical and electronic legal files, ensuring all documents are up to date and easily accessible.

· Coordinate with internal departments to gather information and documentation required for legal matters.

Case Management:

· Track case status and court dates, ensuring deadlines are met.

· Maintain calendars for legal proceedings, meetings, and hearings.

· Assist in managing legal case files, including case opening and closing procedures.

Document Preparation:

· Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, including correspondence, reports, and contracts.

· Conduct initial review of legal agreements and flag issues for legal counsel’s attention.

Legal Research:

· Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and precedents as needed.

· Summarize legal findings for internal use.

Client and Vendor Communication:

· Handle routine communication with clients, vendors, and external counsel under supervision.

· Respond to inquiries and requests for information with professionalism and confidentiality.

Compliance Support:

· Assist in monitoring compliance with legal regulations and internal policies.

· Support the legal team in internal audits and regulatory matters.

General Duties:

· Assist in maintaining the legal department’s databases and records management systems.

· Perform other clerical duties such as scheduling meetings, answering phone calls, and processing legal invoices.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree or diploma in legal studies, law, or related field preferred.

· Paralegal certification or relevant training is a plus.

· Minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal support or paralegal role.

· Experience in corporate law, litigation, or contracts administration is desirable.

· Strong understanding of legal terminology and document management.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Proficiency with legal research tools and databases.

· Familiarity with case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work under deadlines.

· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

· Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

To perform and execute all aspects of in-house legal counsel and company secretary (main or alternate), contracts and procurement management functions of our businesses. You will safeguard our reputation and minimise our exposure to legal, contractual and compliance risks by assuring that the Group and Company comply with laws and statutory requirements in the jurisdictions in which the Group and Company operate, and provide sound and practical legal advice to management and business partners on all relevant matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely counsel to executives in a variety of legal, contractual and procurement topics (labour law, partnerships, local and international ventures, corporate finance, etc).
• Collaborate with Management to devise efficient defence strategies for the best positioning of the
• Group and the Company.
• Specify internal governance policies on contracts and procurement, and regularly monitor compliance.
• Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations.
• Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal, contractual and procurement issues.
• Communicate and negotiate with external parties (clients, vendors, regulators, external counsels, public authorities etc).
• Draft and solidify agreements, contracts and other legal documents to assure the full legal rights of the group and the company.
• Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations to the organisation on legal risk while balancing commerciality.
• Provide clarification on legal language or specifications to staff in the organisation.
• Conduct your work meticulously and with integrity, reliability and responsibility.
• Maintain current knowledge of alterations in legislations in the jurisdictions in which the Group and the Company operate.
• Perform corporate secretarial duties through participation in Board/Management Committee meetings, drafting Board/Management Committee papers/resolutions/minutes and ensuring follow through of action items required by the Board of Directors/Management Committees.
• Support contract and price negotiations, and prepare contract documents and/or agreements with clients, suppliers, business partners, employees and any other relevant parties.
• Assist with the administrative requirements of the legal team.
• Participate in special committees and drive projects for process improvement and innovation.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Group and Company.

Job Requirements

• Recognised degree in law, preferably admitted to the Singapore Bar or qualified to do so. Fresh graduates or those recently called are welcome to apply.
• Experienced legal executives with a recognised diploma in law and management may be considered.
• Proven experience as a legal counsel in business environment with a commercial perspective.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate and contract laws, practices and procedures.
• Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a corporation.
• Demonstrated ability to create legal defensive or proactive strategies.
• High degree of attention to detail and professional ethics and integrity.
• Sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information.
• Strong command of English and the use of Microsoft Office.
• Proactive and self-motivated individual with a growth mindset and composure under pressure.

Newstaff Employment Services is recruiting for an experienced Legal Secretary on behalf of our client based in Berkhamsted, Herts.

This is an office based role and you will be based in the Private Client department practice area.

Essential skills/ experience:

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30pm.

Salary: Up to £26,000 pa + excellent benefits package!

Interested? Please call Anne Marie on 01727 864777 or email CV to annemarie.harrington@newstaffemployment.co.uk

Position Overview: As a Legal Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal support to ensure the company’s activities and game products comply with applicable laws, while also uphold and enforce internal company policies. You will work closely with various departments to minimise legal risks and protect the company’s interests in a dynamic and evolving gaming industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and reviewing a high volume of operational agreements with vendors and partners, including service agreements, licensing agreements and independent contractor agreements for various projects and services.
• Monitoring compliance with data protection and privacy laws globally (particularly the US, EU, Singapore, China, Japan, and South Korea).
• Monitoring and analysing legal developments in the mobile gaming industry and advising on potential impacts to the business.
• Intellectual property (IP) infringement monitoring and handling infringement incidents or complaints.
• Maintaining a legal framework that supports operational efficiency and upholds the highest standards of corporate integrity.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in law from a reputable law school.
• Approximately 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a legal role, with experience in the mobile gaming industry.
• Excellent drafting skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with regular meetings.
• Fluency in both English and Mandarin, to be able to read and understand legal documents in both languages.

Title: Manager, Legal

Location: Mumbai, India (onsite 2-3 days a week and rest hybrid) 

Nielsen IQ India seeks to hire a talented, enthusiastic and business-oriented lawyer to join the Legal Department as Manager.  The successful candidate will primarily work on client and vendor agreements relating to data, software, technology, and custom analytics services at the forefront of the evolving retail and manufacturer landscape, as well as providing general legal support and counsel for the Businesses especially hub operations.   

The ideal candidate is eager to roll up their sleeves and creatively solve problems and is someone who thrives in a dynamic and versatile environment with frequently shifting priorities. The candidate will work in a collaborative culture and with a dynamic team to enable the growth of the Business and Hubs.   

Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following and Others as Assigned:  

• Draft, review, negotiate and manage commercial contracts, including license agreements, master services agreements, statements of work, data license agreements with customers and vendors, RFP responses and supporting documents;   
• Support the team in addressing labor and employment related queries and matters for the HR team and be the point of contact for Hubs HR and Business teams on various people related issues with legal overplay;  
• Support other legal team members and coordinate with other functional groups (Finance, Security, IT, HR, Tax) in complex commercial contracting matters;  
• With the rapid expansion in India, have a strong external and risk mindset on new laws and impact on our commercial and Hub operations etc.  
• Provide practical and solution oriented legal advice to internal business teams, providing information on legal issues (and appropriate risk assessment of such issues), company policies and procedures;  
• Support business in all legal matters that arise from time to time, including policy creation and enforcement, dispute resolution, and litigation support for the team if it arises;  
• Be a strong enabler and support legal team in implementation of strategy and growth initiatives for commercial operations and hubs.  

We are currently looking for a full time Legal Secretary to join our practice. Prior experience is not a pre-requisite. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing full secretarial and administrative support to our lawyers
• Handling and screening of telephone calls and visitors
• Calendar management – recording and monitoring deadlines, court hearings, meetings etc.
• Liaising with clients as may be instructed
• Preparation of correspondence
• Assisting in the filing of court documents
• Preparation of invoices and issuing the same

Requirements:

• Minimum “O” levels
• Good command of English (written and spoken)
• Competent in MS Office and Outlook
• Familiarity with the court filing systems is preferred but not a pre-requisite
• Possess initiative with a strong sense of responsibility
• Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications

Interested candidates are invited to email your resume to lili.low@mplawcorp.com.sg.

Please state the following in your application:

· Current and expected salary

· Date of availability

In submitting your application to us, you agree and consent to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Notice at https://www.mplawcorp.com.sg/data-protection-notice/.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Type: Full-time.Position Summary:

• Document Management: Review, draft, and advise on various legal documents, including but not limited to sale and purchase agreements, lease agreements, financing documents, contracts, memorandums of understanding, letters of offer, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Legal Support: Provide comprehensive legal and commercial support to all business units, focusing on compliance matters, company constitutions, non-disclosure statements, marketing materials, and commercial contracts.
• External Collaboration: Efficiently manage and collaborate with external legal advisors to ensure cost-effective legal services.
• Regional Coordination: Work effectively with regional business units to address legal and compliance issues.
• Risk Management: Maintain and update the risk policy, perform risk assessments, and manage the risk register.

Requirements

• Education: Good law degree from a reputable university.
• Experience: At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or as in-house counsel.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with construction law is preferred.
• Commercial Acumen: Strong commercial mindset with a background in private practice.
• Skills: Proactive, enthusiastic, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Client Interaction: Understand and read Chinese.

职责与责任

• 文件管理：审查、起草并提供各种法律文件的建议，包括但不限于销售和购买协议、租赁协议、融资文件、合同、谅解备忘录、报价函和保密协议。
• 法律支持：为所有业务部门提供全面的法律和商业支持，特别关注合规事务、公司章程、保密声明、营销材料和商业合同。
• 外部合作：高效地管理并与外部法律顾问合作，确保法律服务的成本效益。
• 区域协调：有效地与区域业务单位合作，处理法律和合规问题。
• 风险管理：维护并更新风险政策，进行风险评估，管理风险登记册。

要求

• 教育背景：具有知名大学的良好法律学位。
• 工作经验：至少有3年的执业资格经验，能够在律师事务所或作为企业内部法律顾问工作。
• 商业意识：具备强烈的商业意识，具有私人执业背景。
• 技能：积极主动，热情，具备优秀的人际交往和沟通技巧。
• 客户互动：能够理解和阅读中文。