In-House Counsel

4 weeks ago


Singapore ARK Wealth Management-NOAH Full time

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About Noah Holdings

Noah Holdings is a leading wealth management and asset management platform with a strong presence across Asia-Pacific. We provide comprehensive financial services to high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients, with particular expertise in trust and fiduciary services. Our Singapore office serves as a key hub for our regional operations, supporting sophisticated wealth structuring and succession planning needs.

Position Overview (In-House Legal Counsel with specialized expertise in Trusts Law)

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced In-House Legal Counsel with specialized expertise in Trusts Law to join our Singapore office. This role will serve as the primary legal advisor for trust-related matters, supporting our high-net-worth clientele across multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring legal compliance, managing regulatory risks, and providing strategic counsel on complex trust structures and wealth management solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Trust & Fiduciary Services (70-80% of role)

  • Draft, review, and negotiate trust deeds, wills, powers of attorney, and other fiduciary documents
  • Provide expert legal advice on trust establishment, administration, and termination
  • Support complex trust restructuring and succession planning initiatives
  • Advise on beneficiary rights, trustee duties, and fiduciary obligations
  • Handle trust dispute resolution and litigation management when required

Multi-Jurisdictional Compliance

  • Provide strategic compliance advice on trust structures governed by Singapore, Jersey, Hong Kong, BVI, and Cayman Islands laws
  • Monitor and interpret legislative changes across key jurisdictions
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory reporting requirements and anti-money laundering obligations
  • Advise on tax implications and optimize trust structures for tax efficiency

Stakeholder Management

  • Act as primary legal point of contact for internal stakeholders including business units, compliance teams, and relationship managers
  • Liaise with external partners including regulators, legal advisors, and professional service providers
  • Provide legal training and guidance to business teams on trust-related matters
  • Support client meetings and presentations on complex legal structures

Corporate & Commercial Support

  • Assist the Group General Counsel on corporate governance matters for the Singapore entity
  • Support general commercial contracts and business development initiatives
  • Contribute to legal risk management and internal policy development
  • Participate in strategic planning and business expansion projects

Required Qualifications

Legal Credentials

  • Qualified lawyer with valid practicing certificate from a Commonwealth jurisdiction (Singapore, UK, Australia, or New Zealand strongly preferred)
  • 4-8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) with substantial focus on trusts, private client law, or fiduciary services
  • Admission to Singapore Bar or ability to obtain admission preferred

Professional Experience

  • Prior experience at a reputable trust company, family office, or international law firm serving high-net-worth clients
  • Demonstrated track record in trust structuring, estate planning, and wealth management
  • Experience with multi-jurisdictional trust arrangements and cross-border regulatory compliance
  • Background in handling complex family succession planning and dispute resolution preferred

Technical Expertise

  • In-depth knowledge of Singapore, Jersey, Hong Kong, BVI, and Cayman trust frameworks
  • Strong understanding of tax implications and regulatory reporting requirements across these jurisdictions
  • Proven expertise in trust administration, beneficiary management, and trustee governance
  • Familiarity with anti-money laundering regulations and know-your-customer requirements
  • Experience with trust accounting and financial reporting preferred

Language Requirements

  • Fluent in English and Mandarin (written and spoken) to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients and stakeholders(普通话必要)
  • Ability to draft complex legal documents in both languages
  • Cultural sensitivity and understanding of Asian business practices

Professional Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice
  • Strong project management and organizational capabilities
  • Proven stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Seniority level
  • Seniority levelAssociate
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionLegal
  • IndustriesVenture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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