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Legal Counsel

Confidential
Singapore, Singapore Posted 4w ago

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Job Description

Job Description & Requirements We are seeking a Legal Counsel to support our Family Office in Singapore. The role covers investment transactions, corporate governance, trusts and foundations, and dispute resolution, with a strong focus on compliance and confidentiality. This is an opportunity to gain broad legal exposure in a dynamic family office environment. What you will be responsible for: • Provide legal support for equity investments and transactions, including structuring, due diligence, drafting, negotiation, and exit arrangements. • Draft, review, and consolidate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents related to investments, operations, and governance. • Assist with the setup and administration of family trusts and foundations, including periodic and annual reviews of trustee/foundation structures to ensure ongoing compliance. • Handle incorporation, governance, and statutory filings of entities in coordination with corporate secretarial providers. • Manage relationships with external counsel and support dispute resolution matters (litigation and arbitration), including evidence collection and case preparation. • Perform other legal and compliance tasks as assigned by management, with a focus on confidentiality and discretion. How will you stand out: • Bachelors or Master’s degree or above in Law; Singapore Bar qualification preferred. • Minimum 3 years of relevant experience, ideally in investment, corporate law, private wealth management, or family office environment. • Litigation experience. • Strong ability in drafting and reviewing contracts, legal reasoning, risk assessment, and cross-functional communication. • Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese (spoken and written) to liaise effectively with stakeholders across jurisdictions • Requirements may be relaxed for outstanding candidates.