Total 8,590 corporate counsel job vacancies in The United States of America

• Advise on legal and compliance assessment of product features, processes and functions.
• Conduct daily support in commercial transactions, including contracts drafting and negotiations with business partners.
• Collaborate effectively with regional and cross-functional teams (including product, finance, tax, data privacy) to provide legal support from strategy to daily queries.
• Create templates, guidelines, playbooks to support the product teams or facilitate compliance initiatives.
• Other work assigned by supervisor on case by case basis.

Qualifications

• LLM or JD degree from an accredited Law School and a member in good standing of a Bar Association.
• 5+years of experience in-house and/or in a reputable law firm, working in the IP/IT, media and technology fields.
• Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills.
• Flexible, solution-oriented, pro-active and self-motivated.
• Good communication skills and able to work effectively with team members and cross-function partners from different cultural and professional backgrounds.
• Ability to assess legal, practical and business risks in a fast-paced environment and provide sound advice under tight deadlines
• Working efficiency in both written and spoken Mandarin.

Preferred Qualification

• Exposure internet and entertainment law
• Familiarity with privacy and data protection principles is a plus
• Exceptional work ethics and professional attitude
• Exceptional team spirit, willing to help and take initiative
• Singaporeans preferred

Colliers Workplace Management Services seeks an exceptional part-time candidate to join our team, whose purpose is to build a sense of community, connection, and belonging through delivering best-in-class service within the workplace and operations.

As a Corporate Concierge, you will be at the heart of the action in our client’s Canberra office. In this role, you will be the autonomous driving force behind creating unforgettable experiences for our visitors and occupants, ensuring every interaction is seamless and memorable. Additionally, you will be a pivotal support for business groups, championing their workplace objectives and ensuring our service points deliver efficiently in a part-time capacity.

Key accountabilities will include, but not be limited to -

• Own the arrival experience, creating enjoyable and memorable interactions, driven by our client’s brand and culture.
• Uphold operational excellence for workplace experiences, fostering a "happy to help" atmosphere across all Workplace Services touch points.
• With efficiency and accuracy, administer the client floor including meeting rooms, AV facilities, break-out areas, and internal events.
• Assist in the maintenance of the workplace to provide the best working environment and functionality for all employees.

Our client is a prominent ship owner with a strong presence in the maritime industry. Committed to excellence, they are dedicated to providing safe and efficient shipping services while navigating the complexities of maritime law. As they continue to expand their operations, they are seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team.

As Legal Counsel, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive legal support as part of the legal services team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Negotiate and draft finance agreements, ensuring they meet business needs and regulatory standards.
• Provide advice and review existing contracts related to international shipping operations.
• Support corporate and commercial projects, particularly those led by senior management, focusing on corporate governance, capital markets, and sustainability initiatives.
• Monitor legal developments across relevant jurisdictions impacting the business, particularly in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions.
• Collaborate with various departments, including Finance, IT, HSSE, and HR, to ensure legal compliance and support.
• Mentor junior legal staff as needed and conduct legal research to support ongoing projects.
• Contribute to the development of frameworks and research initiatives that enhance the value of the legal team.
• Execute crisis management responsibilities as necessary.
• Assist with emergency response procedures related to incidents and disputes in the region.
• Manage corporate secretarial functions, including corporate administration, board resolutions, and meetings.

Qualifications:

• Relevant legal degree and experience in maritime law. Experience as Legal Counsel within a ship owner would be desirable.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities.
• Experience managing complex legal issues in a corporate environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive legal professional with a passion for maritime law to learn and grow within a dynamic organisation.

Job Requirements:

1. Understand customer needs, and provide professional solutions.

2. Prepare quotations and invoices using existing software according to client requirements.

3. Handle the full range of company secretarial duties, ensuring compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant laws. Such as:

- Incorporating new companies; Transferring corporate secretary appointments.

- Maintain company secretarial records for each entity, including statutory registers.

- Ensure strict compliance with relevant legal requirements, prepare director/shareholder meeting records and resolutions, and ensure documents are correctly signed, submitted, and filed.

- Prepare annual returns and other statutory documents, prepare and submit routine/ad hoc statutory documents, and ensure submission is completed before the specified deadline.

- Manage Corppass authorization.

4. Handle matters related to work pass applications, including submissions and appeals.

5. Summarize routine work cases as internal training materials

6. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Qualifications:

- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.

- Strong knowledge of the Singapore Companies Act, Code of Corporate Governance, and AML/CFT requirements.

- Qualified as QI is an advantage

- Fluent in spoken and written Chinese to communicate effectively with Chinese clients.

Benefits:

- Highly competitive salary package and sales commission, with rewards and incentives based on performance.

- Open and friendly work atmosphere.

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining our team, please send your resume to bd@apexcorp.com.sg. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

ID: 760122

Working hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5.30pm

We are seeking a Corporate Counsel to be at the front line, collaborating across the organization globally to ensure our legal function operates smoothly and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional eager to build and shape an innovative company with global footprint.

Responsibilities:
Your integral role in our dynamic global team will require you to:

• Provide support and advice on all legal and compliance issues across the Group, covering
  areas including employment matters, disputes and sanctions/trade compliance
• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on various contracts including customer, supplier,
  procurement, distributor, non-disclosure, and tenancy agreements
• Identify, manage and mitigate risks and opportunities in business activities and commercial
  projects
• Prepare and update template agreements, including non-disclosure, supply, service,
  distribution, collaboration and consultancy agreements
• Deliver in-house training on legal and compliance topics
• Oversee the filing and organization of legal contracts and documentation
• Manage the company’s intellectual property portfolio and handle intellectual property
  prosecution matters together with external intellectual property counsel
• Enhance the legal department's legal resources, including policies, procedures, templates and
  checklists
• Handle all data privacy related issues of the Group
• Ensure that applicable SGX listing rules and regulations are complied with
• Support the Group’s M&A activities and integrations as required
• Manage and coordinate with external counsel as needed
• Perform related duties as assigned from time to time

Requirements

• Candidate MUST Possess at least a Juris Doctor or bachelor’s degree in law from a well-respected institution
• Candidate must have at least 7 years of post-qualification experience with exposure to international contracts and complex legal and compliance issues
• Candidate must have good knowledge and experience in SGX listing compliance
• Candidate must have experience in capital market / IP knowledge / contracts
• Candidate must be from electronics / semiconductor manufacturing industry

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EA Personnel Name: Ray Loh Run Ting

EA Personnel Reg. no.: R1550214

EA License no.: 07C5771

Singlife is a leading homegrown financial services company offering consumers a better way to financial freedom. Through innovative, technology-enabled solutions and a wide range of products and services, Singlife provides consumers control over their financial wellbeing at every stage of their lives.

In addition to a comprehensive suite of insurance plans, employee benefits, partnerships with financial adviser channels and bancassurance, Singlife offers investment and advisory solutions through its GROW with Singlife platform. It also offers the Singlife Account, a mobile-first insurance savings plan.

Singlife is the exclusive insurance provider for the Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Home Affairs and Public Officers Group Insurance Scheme. Singlife is also an official signatory of the United Nations Principles for Sustainable Insurance and the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment, affirming its commitment to finding a better way to sustainability.

First announced in September 2020 and valued at S$3.2 billion, the merger of Aviva Singapore and Singlife was the largest insurance deal in Singapore then and created one of the largest homegrown financial services companies in the republic.

As a Legal Counsel of Singlife, you will be responsible for providing legal and regulatory advice to the business and managing and mitigating legal risks across the Singlife Group of Companies.

Purpose of the Role

This role is responsible for providing legal and regulatory advice to the business and managing and mitigating legal risks.

Role Attributes

• Provision of legal and regulatory advice
• Manage and mitigate legal and regulatory risks
• Balance between implementing controls and restrictions without hampering entrepreneurship and growth of business

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for promoting an environment where a risk management culture is embraced.
• Proactively engage the business and to get involved in the early stage of discussions.
• Understand the strategy and objectives of the business and effectively communicate the risks and legal issues involved in any decision to management.
• Provide high quality and timely legal expertise and support to the business units (“BU’s”) to control, manage and mitigate risks arising from legal transactions, litigation, claims, changes in the laws, non-compliance with existing laws, regulations, policies and related requirements in respect of investment management and general corporate governance.
• Identify and notify the business of impending or implemented changes in the law that may impose restrictions on the business or create opportunities, advantages or mitigate exposures
• Ensure that key risks are identified, assessed, measured, frequently monitored, managed and reported.
• Accountable for all legal advice provided to the business. Consult and concur with Head of Legal and Corporate Secretariat and Group Head of Legal, Compliance and Secretariat in relation to complex legal issues and/or matters which have significant impact on the business and company as a whole.

Key Decisions within the Role

• Provide creative solutions to legal issues / problems

Requirements

Experience

• Good people skills and interacts well with other members of the management team
• At least 10 years’ experience with 5 years as in-house counsel in the financial services industry preferably in an entity engaged in insurance and distribution of insurance products/services and/or asset management. Prior experience in life & health or general insurance or distribution of unit trusts and other securities an advantage.

Education

• LLB (Hons) degree from Singapore or other common law jurisdictions
• Called to the Singapore Bar

If you find yourself able to demonstrate the criteria above, apply with us now. We look forward to your application.

In-House Counsel Opportunity at Major Electronics Manufacturer

Overview:

A leading electronics manufacturer in Singapore is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Counsel to join its dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing a wide range of corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, and compliance with SGX listing requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal advice and counsel on corporate governance matters.
• Manage mergers, acquisitions, and joint venture transactions.
• Ensure compliance with SGX listing requirements and other relevant regulations.
• Advise on intellectual property matters, including patent, trademark, and copyright protection.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
• Manage data protection and privacy compliance.
• Provide legal support for international business operations.

Qualifications:

• Law degree from a reputable law school.
• 8 years of experience as a corporate attorney, preferably with a focus on capital markets and corporate governance.
• Strong understanding of Singapore corporate law and relevant regulations.
• Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume to juliah@gemini.sg

Our client is a global leader in the upholstered furniture industry.

• Permanent Position
• Good Career progression and development opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Legal Counsel: Provide expert legal advice and counsel to corporate clients on a variety of legal issues affecting the business.
• Contract Drafting and Review: Draft, review, and negotiate various contracts and agreements, such as partnership agreements, licensing agreements, employment contracts, and vendor contracts.
• Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance principles and regulations, including advising on board meetings, corporate resolutions, and bylaws.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the company's industry and operations and develop compliance strategies.
• Intellectual Property: Protect and manage intellectual property assets globally, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
• Litigation Management: Oversee and manage legal disputes and litigation, either by handling cases directly or working with external law firms.
• Employment Law: Advise on employment-related legal issues, such as hiring, terminations, discrimination, harassment, and labor law compliance.
• Risk Assessment: Identify legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring the company operates within legal boundaries. Including managing the Group’s insurance policies globally and submit and follow up with insurance claims with different stakeholders.
• Legal Research: Stay updated on legal developments and conduct research to provide informed legal opinions and advice.

Requirement:

• Degree in Law or equivalent qualification.
• Min 5 years of relevant work experience for in-house legal department/law firm.
• Knowledge of corporate law, contract law, intellectual property law and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Ethical and professional conduct.
• Overseas travel when necessary.
• Proficient in both English and Chinese, as the role requires regular communication with English and Chinese-speaking business partners, both verbally and in writing, as well as the ability to prepare and proofread official documents and presentations in both languages when necessary.

Interested candidates, please e-mail resume in Word document (indicating your current salary and expected salary) to:

Ryan Tan (EA Reg. no.: R23116422)

Recruitment Manager

Right Recruit Pte. Ltd.

10 Anson Road, #33-03, International Plaza, Singapore 079903

EA Licence No: 23C1743

ryan@rightrecruit.com.sg I www.rightrecruit.com.sg

The Opportunity

· This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the leading insurance MNCs.

· It is an opportunity for an experienced Legal Counsel to join their team in this job opportunity

· Office Location: Pasir Panjang

The Job

· All Distribution and/or Product related matters for the Wealth and Personal Banking – Insurance (WPB Insurance) business in Singapore.

· Legal work on Distribution matters primarily involves providing legal advice relating to the sale and distribution of WPB Insurance products through third party channels. The work will include the review and negotiation of distribution and partnership agreements and consideration of the company’s risk framework relating to the engagement of third party distributors.

· Insurance products covered include Life (including high net worth, retail and investment-linked products) and Health (including individual and Group hospitalisation and employee benefits).

· Product work will involve (a) preparation of standard documentation for new products and reviewing/amending on-the-shelf products as required, (b) participation in product governance discussions to assess legal, reputational and conduct risks and (c) in respect of more complex products, considerations of customer/sales suitability.

· Evaluate and respond to changes in the law and regulation relevant to the products and channels under the lawyer’s remit so as to manage existing legal risks and identify and manage new/ emerging legal risks.

· Work/advise on all associated marketing, customer acquisition, digital projects and data privacy advisory matters; where required, working with subject matter experts in the wider Legal team.

· Assisting and collaborating with the SG WPB Legal team and with the wider legal teams in Singapore and ASP. This may include providing additional support on matters relevant to the SG WPB Insurance business and working on regional projects.

The Talent

· Qualified Lawyer with no less than 7 years PQE.

· Solid post qualification experience working in insurance and/or corporate commercial practices of a reputable international or Singapore law firm or, at an in-house legal department (of which at least 3 years must be gained at a reputable international or Singapore law firm).

· Experience with insurance or banking documentation. Strong drafting skills required.

· Experience with commercial transactions and documentation including advising on legal issues relating to confidentiality, data privacy, competition law, dispute management, consumer protection.

· Sound knowledge of insurance law and regulations applicable in Singapore. Experience with cross-border laws and regulations of other Asian jurisdictions is a plus.

· Ability to work directly with cross functional teams including business teams.

Next Steps

• Drop your resume and contact us to follow-up, or send your resume to cecilia.sim@adecco.com

• Email Topic: Apply Legal Counsel (Insurance)

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Cecilia Sim Xin Yang

Personnel Registration No. R22105099

EA Licence No.91C2918

Job Responsibilities:-

• Incorporation of company
• Amendments to company constitution
• Share allotment and/or share transfers
• Handle full spectrum of corporate secretarial duties including company incorporations, striking-off of companies, preparation of directors'/shareholders' resolutions
• Perform Customer Due Diligence and KYC checks
• Maintain register of controllers, nominee shareholders, and directors
• Maintain statutory records, registers and other relevant documents required by laws and regulations of Companies Act
• Ensure timely statutory filings to ACRA
• Preparation of XBRL Financial Statements
• Responsible for billings

Job Requirements:-

• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration or Law or CSIS qualification
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience
• Independent, organized, multitask and meticulous
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work under pressure with a good sense of urgency in a fast pace environment
• Knowledge of MS office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Trademark, Enforcement and Brand Protection
• Singapore Based

About Our Client

The client is a renowned chain brand, and they are currently rapidly expanding their global business.

Job Description

• Lead our global intellectual property related work in the overseas market including such as trademark portfolio management and brand protection and growth
• Lead and manage trademark protection related matters including judicial or administrative cases such as trademark opposition and cancellation actions
• Collaborate with external counsel and relevant internal functions such as brand and product teams to identify the most strategic areas for trademark protection and brand growth
• Develop and manage trademark clearance and prosecution strategy in the overseas market
• Collaborate with external counsel on trademark enforcement and brand protection strategies, including trademark opposition and cancellation actions
• Collaborate with external counsel to conduct pre-entry clearance
• Gather and evaluate evidence and specimens of use
• Identify and improve efficiency in the maintenance of our global trademark portfolio
• Collaborate with Branding team to establish global brand manual and licensing policies
• Draft, review and negotiate trademark licenses and agreements as needed
• Support Marketing team as needed to conduct legal compliance reviews of advertising content

The Successful Applicant

• A law degree from a prestige law school
• Qualification to practice law in at least one common law jurisdiction around the world; US state bar is preferred
• 8+ years of relevant substantive IP litigation, trademark and brand enforcement experience across all aspects of growing, maintaining and protecting a trademark portfolio, preferably with in-house experience
• Experiences with brand protection and collaboration across the globe, in particular in the United States
• Able to work independently and collaboratively, spot issues, prioritize and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced work environment
• Knowledge of, or desire to learn, advertising compliance laws and regulations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to foster trust, respect, and collaboration with internal clients
• Strong team player and good business sense
• Strategic thinker with integrity and spirit of entrepreneurship

What's on Offer

They offer good working environment, competitive salary and incentive bonus.

Contact

Catherine Guo (Lic No:R24124549 / EA no:18S9099)

Quote job ref

JN-102024-6574812

Phone number

+6564169867

Michael Page International Pte Ltd | Registration No. 199804751N

Your new company
An exciting new in house role has arisen for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our energy and utilities client as a strategic member of their in-house legal function in South Wales & the Southwest. This role will be a wide-ranging role supporting the General Counsel by providing a broad range of commercial advice to senior stakeholders across the business. You must be able to travel to their offices in Newport, however you will also be able to work flexibly from home for part of the week if desired.

Your new role
You will join this close-knit legal team in a senior role providing timely commercial advice to stakeholders from across the main functions of the business, including Procurement, Regulation, Health and Safety, Net Zero, HR and critically Infrastructure, Estates and Operations. Your broad new role will give you the opportunity to be involved in everything from drafting and negotiating Construction Contracts and Commercial Agreements, to providing strategic and commercially sensitive advice on Data Protection, Procurement Regulations, Commercial Disputes and Property Disputes.

Providing legal support to the business, you will have the opportunity to influence the business at a senior level and provide robust advice and guidance on risk management as well as regulatory obligations for operators in the utility and energy sectors.

What you'll need to succeed
Our client is looking for an experienced Commercial, Projects or Construction Lawyer with experience gained either in-house, or at a high quality national or regional law firm with exposure to advising clients in the utilities and energy sectors. You will be a strong technical lawyer with broad experience across the energy and utilities sectors.

What you'll get in return
This is a rare senior role within the South Wales and Southwest markets to join this exciting and highly regarded business offering hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Working closely with the General Counsel and wider team, you will be at the decision-making heart of this business and able to make your mark in shaping its legal function for the future. With a generous benefits package, including a competitive bonus and pension contribution on offer, this is a fantastic opportunity in the market.

Please contact Harriet Chapman at Hays Legal for further information on this opportunity.

What you need to do now
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We are seeking a skilled Legal Counsel with a solid experience with crypto derivatives and regulatory frameworks. Based in Singapore, you will work closely with the Head of Derivatives and the Markets team to ensure compliance, manage legal risk, and support the structuring and negotiation of innovative derivative products. This role will involve navigating complex legal challenges in the rapidly evolving crypto landscape, especially within the APAC regulatory environment.

Your responsibilities will include contract negotiation, regulatory adherence, risk assessment, and providing legal guidance on product structuring to support our market-making operations.

Your role and responsibilities:

• You will draft, review, and negotiate derivative and other product contracts, including options, futures, and structured products, ensuring all terms align with legal requirements and company standards.
• Assess legal risks associated with derivatives products launching at the company and implement controls in collaboration with the risk management and compliance teams.
• Partner with trading and product development teams to provide legal input on the structuring and rollout of new derivative products.
• Monitor and interpret changes in derivatives and crypto regulations across the APAC region, providing insights to adjust our trading practices accordingly.
• Work alongside the Compliance team to support our clients, handling legal inquiries, and resolving disputes.
• You will also work with additional opportunities regarding other types of agreements.

Background and Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or an equivalent. Admission to practice law in Singapore.
• 3 to 5 years of legal experience, working with derivatives contracts, preferably within the financial services or cryptocurrency industry.
• Strong understanding of Singapore’s regulatory bodies (e.g., MAS) and their requirements related to crypto and derivatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills and personality

• Curious and autonomous
• Ability to work independently, with integrity and responsibility
• Professional proficiency in English is mandatory, another language is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.