Director, Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

Singapore Manulife Full time

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Director, Legal Counsel
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We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified lawyer to join our dynamic legal team. This senior role requires an individual with extensive expertise in high net worth (HNW) individual businesses, wealth structures and asset management. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience and demonstrate a strong ability to navigate the complexities of wealth management legalities, including Family Office, trust and personal investment company structures.
This senior role requires a strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to provide sound legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
This role will function as the primary subject matter expert on legal matters for certain HNW products and HNW line of business, and as secondary support to fellow team members on several other legal matters, including investments. This role requires active and effective management of stakeholder relationships, both internal and external.
Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice and support on matters related to the HNW line of business, including assessing wealth structures, estate planning methodologies and asset management. Such advice supports customer onboarding and assessment of fit for product.
Draft, review and negotiate complex legal documents and agreements pertinent to the HNW line of business.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Advise on potential impacts from changes to legislation and regulatory environment to the HNW line of business.
Participate in strategic planning and decision-making processes to support business objectives related to the HNW sector.
Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with new product development and investment activities.
Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to ensure best practices and compliance across the organization.
Provide training and mentorship to junior legal team members.
Lead and manage legal projects, ensuring timely and effective delivery of legal services.
Represent the Legal team at steering committees on Products.
Support timely onboarding and management of fund houses and custodians to facilitate the ILP suite of products and other HNW insurance solutions.
Continuous support to ensure/improve better drafting practices in the product documentation space.
Work closely with the compliance team on regulatory developments to offer a holistic and consolidated L&C position.
Stay abreast of changes to the legal and regulatory landscape through industry interactions, external seminars, MAS and LIA updates and law firm publications.
Actively deliberating and advising on legal and regulatory updates that impact the business.
Function as a key contact representing the Singapore legal team for regional and/or global legal initiatives.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience, with a strong focus on HNW business and wealth management with a private

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