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Senior Legal Counsel

Building and Construction AuthoritySingapore, Pedra Branca, Singapore

3 days ago

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Responsibilities

You will provide legal advice to BCA on regulatory and commercial issues, intellectual property issues and general areas of the law.

What the role is]

Responsibilities

You will provide legal advice to BCA on regulatory and commercial issues, intellectual property issues and general areas of the law.

What you will be working on]

Your Responsibilities Include

reviewing and drafting contracts to be concluded by BCA and any contractual disputes that may arise;
advising on legislative amendments under BCA’s purview so as to address BCA’s policy objectives;
advising on the interpretation of legislation under BCA’s purview;
advising on enforcement cases including reviewing of investigation reports and ensuring that sufficient evidence has been obtained to support the recommended enforcement action;
advising on risks arising from arrangements concluded by BCA and drafting appropriate clauses to ensure BCA’s interests are served;
providing sound legal advice on a broad range of legal issues including advising on intellectual property issues;
representing BCA in prosecutions related to offences under BCA’s purview with AGC’s support; and
working on such other areas as General Counsel may allocate from ti

What we are looking for]

Requirements

A good law degree (LLB Hons);

Advocate and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore;

At least 6 years’ experience in private practice and / or as in-house counsel;

Strong analytical skills and can independently drive the completion of a matter with minimal supervision;

Possesses effective time management skills;

A team player who communicates effectively with cross-functional stakeholders; and

Prior experience in litigation matters is an advantage.

Successful candidates will be offered contract employment. Interested applicants, please apply online.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Government Administration and Construction

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Senior Legal Counsel • Singapore, Pedra Branca, Singapore