Lead Counsel

7 days ago

Singapore SD Legal Full time

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Coverage: APAC

Hybrid Working Solution: Yes

Closing Date: 29th August 2025

We are working with a globally based technology firm to hire a technology / software focused transactional / commercial lawyer.

This is a new and critical hire to support the Asia-Pacific market which includes key countries such as Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and Australia

Focus of Work

  • Corporate & Commercial: 80%
  • Projects: 20%

Job Description

  • In this role you will support the AP market business leaders with on-going transactions, marketing, sales, commercial contracts and day to day advice.
  • Key markets include Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia
  • Your role will take a leading role on complex transactions, ensuring legal support is available throughout deal lifecycles.
  • You will also support product teams with the development of new products, services and solutions.
  • This is a Director level role which forms part of the leadership team in Asia, offering oversight and exposure to strategic operations for a multi-billion dollar company.
  • Reporting to the General Counsel and forming part of her key APAC team, your career development is of the highest importance.

Requirements

  • 10 - 18 PQE (Guideline)
  • Corporate and commercial background, ideally with a mix of law firm and In-House
  • In-House background from stable technology based businesses essential
  • Ability to work with sales, marketing and product teams across Asia
  • Ability to work across cultural barriers, not just in Asia but the UK and US

SD Legal was established in 2018 and now with physical office locations across Europe and Asia.

To date we have successfully closed over 150+ mandates across the globe, locations include the US, UK, Europe, Africa, Middle East and APAC regions. For more information please visit www.sdlegal-global.com

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionLegal
  • IndustriesInformation Services and Technology, Information and Media

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