Senior Legal Counsel

Exciting Opportunity for Senior Legal Counsel at Leighton Asia Leighton Asia, a prominent multinational corporation based in Singapore, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our esteemed Corporate Department team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in providing strategic legal guidance and support to our executive leadership and business units across various jurisdictions.

Responsibilities :

• Provide general legal support and commercial advice to the business, covering tendering, project execution, disputes, and general corporate matters.
• Conduct thorough tender / contract reviews, identifying key risks, terms, and conditions outside Leighton Asia's Work Procurement Standard, and collaborate with the business to develop appropriate risk treatments.
• Offer legal advice and support for projects, claims, and disputes, including contract administration, major subcontract reviews, claim strategy development, drafting legal documents, and settlement agreements.
• Engage and manage external legal advisers, including cost management.
• Ensure contract formation adheres to all obligations, entitlements, and risk allocations for Leighton Asia.
• Negotiate contracts and settle disputes, drafting settlement agreements and communicating effectively to obtain favorable outcomes for the company.
• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as identified by the business.

Requirements :

At Leighton Asia, we offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and a passion for legal excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.