Legal Counsel – Corporate Transactions

Legal Counsel – Corporate Transactions & Real Estate We are partnering with a fast‑growing, long‑term real estate investment platform operating across Asia. The firm focuses on acquiring, developing, and managing high‑quality urban, industrial, and logistics real estate in key growth markets. They collaborate with entrepreneurs, institutional investors, and strategic partners to unlock value and scale sustainable businesses. The APAC legal team is integral to enabling business growth, ensuring transactions are structured efficiently, risk is mitigated, and governance is maintained across jurisdictions. Role Overview The Senior Legal Counsel will play a key strategic and operational role, providing guidance and support on complex transactions and corporate matters. The ideal candidate is a commercially astute lawyer with strong experience in M&A, divestments, and fund‑related transactions, ideally with exposure to real‑estate investments or private equity real estate (PERE). You will work closely with investment teams, corporate functions, and senior leadership, providing legal support across a wide range of activities. Key Responsibilities Lead legal support for acquisitions, divestments, and joint ventures across APAC markets Advise on fund structures, investor agreements, and capital deployment Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, service agreements, NDAs, and partnership arrangements Work with external counsel to ensure transactions are executed efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements Provide legal advice to Finance, Tax, HR, Operations, IT and other corporate teams on strategic initiatives Support the development and implementation of enterprise‑wide governance policies and procedures Anticipate, identify, and mitigate legal risks arising from new business models, products, or expansion initiatives Serve as a key legal partner for designated APAC markets, ensuring local compliance while maintaining Group standards Present complex legal matters and transaction structures to senior leadership and investment committees Maintain strong relationships with external counsel, regulators, and business stakeholders Support initiatives to enhance processes, systems, and automation within the legal function Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing and professional development within the team Candidate Profile / Requirements Essential Qualified lawyer with over 6 years of post‑qualification experience in corporate and transactional matters Demonstrated expertise in M&A, divestments, joint ventures, and fund‑related deals Prior involvement in real estate investments, REITs, or private equity real estate (PERE) is strongly advantageous Thrives in fast‑moving, high‑pressure environments, able to operate with minimal supervision Possesses excellent commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders Experienced in cross‑border transactions and familiar with regulatory requirements across APAC markets Desirable Exposure to private equity real estate (PERE) or investment fund operations Experience with complex corporate structures and investor documentation Prior in‑house or law firm experience in high‑growth, entrepreneurial environments Why This Role is Exciting High‑impact position contributing to strategic investments across APAC Hands‑on involvement in complex transactions and fund operations Opportunity to influence governance, risk frameworks, and operational excellence Exposure to regional leadership and investment teams, providing excellent career growth potential Be part of a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative environment Interested candidates, please click “APPLY NOW” or reach out for a confidential discussion. EA Registration Number: R EA Licence Number: 16S8127 #J-18808-Ljbffr