Legal Executive (Regional)

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Description

• Review, draft, and provide legal advice on a wide range of legal documents, including but not limited to sale and purchase agreements, lease agreements, financing documents, commercial contracts, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), letters of offer, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and other corporate and commercial documents.
• Provide legal and commercial support to business units across the company, with a focus on contract management, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and other legal matters.
• Review and advise on commercial contracts to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Liaise with and manage external legal counsel to obtain timely and cost-effective legal support.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and regional business units on legal, contractual, and compliance matters.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company's risk management framework, including conducting risk assessments and maintaining the corporate risk register.
• Monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments and provide practical legal advice to support business operations.
• Assist with dispute management and other legal matters as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) or an equivalent qualification recognised for legal practice.
• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a law firm or as an in-house legal counsel.
• Experience in commercial law, contract law, or construction-related legal matters will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and the construction industry is preferred.
• Proficient in bilingual languages (able to speak and write English and Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking associates, stakeholders and headquarters for work purposes.
• Strong legal drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered based on merit, skills, experience, and the requirements of the role.

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