Legal Counsel/Associate

3 days ago

Singapore IFS Capital Group Full time

About IFS Capital Limited

IFS Capital Limited is an SGX-listed financial services group headquartered in Singapore. We provide a broad range of financing services across Southeast Asia, including accounts receivable financing, working capital loans and asset-backed lending. In addition, the Group's businesses also extend to insurance, fund management and FinTech. We are committed to innovation, strong governance, and sustainable growth across all areas of our business.

Role Overview

As Legal Counsel/Associate, you will provide comprehensive legal support for the Group's activities, focusing primarily on Singapore operations with occasional involvement in cross-border matters relating to Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. You will report to the Chief Legal Counsel and work closely with business units, specializing in legal documentation, supporting dispute resolution, and contributing to the Group's sustainability initiatives. You will collaborate with compliance team and external counsel as needed.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (such as financing, vendor, NDAs, service, technology-related contracts), that protect the Group interests and comply with Singapore law.

  • Advise internal stakeholders on corporate, transactional and legal issues, primarily in Singapore, with periodic support for cross-border matters in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

  • Support the Chief Legal Counsel in managing legal risks and pre-contentious matters, including coordinating with and instructing external counsel on litigation and contentious corporate matters.

  • Monitor legal developments in Singapore and, where relevant, in other Southeast Asian markets, providing timely updates and insights for internal stakeholders.

  • Contribute to the development and review of internal legal templates, policies, and procedures, ensuring best practices in documentation.

  • Collaborate with business units and the sustainability team to ensure legal perspectives are integrated into ESG and sustainability-related initiatives and disclosures.

  • Work alongside the compliance team on matters where legal and compliance intersect, ensuring a cohesive approach to risk management.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree with admission to practice law in Singapore.

  • Minimum 3 years' PQE, preferably with relevant experience in financial services or corporate law (preferred)

  • Proven experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex legal documentation.

  • Exposure to dispute resolution and litigation.

  • Ability to work independently in a lean structure.

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels.

  • Interest or experience in sustainability or ESG-related legal matters is an advantage.

  • Experience with cross-border legal matters in Southeast Asia is an advantage, but not essential.

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