Vp, Legal Counsel

1 week ago

Singapore Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Full time

1. Overseeing the monitoring and supervising the management of litigations and other disputes of offices under APD.

2. Co-ordinating legal matters with other offices under APAC where necessary. Assisting Team Head or Dept Head in managing, coordinating and rolling-out initiatives affecting legal teams across APD offices.

3. Supporting the Bank and internal stakeholders on legal and regulatory matters including covering the following areas:
(a) Advising on legal aspects of credit, employment, litigation and other sensitive matters.

(b) Advising on credit and other customer documentation, new products and structures for financing and other transactions and services offered/entered into by the Bank.

(c) Drafting, updating, improving and maintaining agreements and standard templates and other legal documents for the Bank

(d) Reviewing agreements to be entered into by the Bank and advising and negotiating on behalf of the Bank.

(e) Advising Bank on changes and developments in law and regulations affecting the Bank and coordinating with the Compliance team on implementation.

(f) Liaising with external counsels on legal issues.

(g) Advising on regulatory issues and interpretation of laws.

(h) Advise Japan Research Institute on legal metters in accordance with the insourcing agreement between Bank and JRI.

4. Keeping up to date on trends in legal matters and evaluating the implications on the Bank's agreements and terms, including where changes are needed.

6. To engage, build and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders across the bank's product and business teams in order to embed Legal as a valued partner within the Bank.

7. Such other projects, assignments and matters assigned by Team Head or Dept Head.

**Requirements**:

- Law degree from a recognised university, Singapore law qualified preferred
- 5-7 years of experience in banking is essential, experience dealing with structured finance, wealth management and/or treasury products is preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Good stakeholder management skills
- Able to work across all levels of the bank
- Team player

  • Legal Counsel

    1 week ago

    Singapore Jameson Legal Full time

    A reputable energy company that is publicly listed in its home country is actively recruiting a legal counsel as part of their expansion plan, to be based in Singapore. In this newly created role, you will handle a broad spectrum of general corporate, contracts, commercial matters and provide legal advisory support to the business in multiple jurisdictions....

  • VP Legal

    4 weeks ago

    Singapore Wilson Full time

    Overview A well-established hedge fund in Singapore is looking to hire a VP Legal and Compliance. This is a newly created role to oversee legal and compliance matters. Responsibilities The compliance aspect will cover international compliance matters overseeing international investors (US, Caymans, Australia, Canada, UK). Assist in drafting, reviewing, and...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    5 days ago

    Singapore Senior Legal Counsel - 1 Year Contract Full time

    Collinson is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team. We strongly encourage people of any colour, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, family status (including pregnancy), age, individuals with disabilities and people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences to apply. If you need reasonable...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    1 day ago

    Singapore AVEVA Full time

    Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel role at AVEVA Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel role at AVEVA Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies. External Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel Reports to: APAC Legal AGC & VP Region & Area:...

  • Legal Counsel

    1 week ago

    Singapore Razer USA Ltd. Full time

    Getting onboard Razer will place you on a global mission to revolutionize the way the world games. Razer is a place to do great work, offering you the opportunity to make an impact globally while working across a global team located across 5 continents. Razer is also a great place to work, providing you the unique, gamer-centric #LifeAtRazer experience that...

  • Senior Legal Counsel, M&A

    2 weeks ago

    Singapore Michael Page Full time

    Overview Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel, M&A role at Michael Page . This client is a leading digital services provider with a strong presence in multiple markets. The organization is recognized for its dynamic investment portfolio and commitment to innovation and growth. Job Description Legal Advisory & Transactions Offer legal expertise in...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    3 days ago

    Singapore AVEVA Denmark Full time

    AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies. External Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel Reports to: APAC Legal AGC & VP Employee type: Permanent (full-time)Location: Singapore / Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Work Style: Hybrid Language requirements: Bilingual Bahasa and English, with Chinese language skills being an added advantage...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    3 days ago

    Singapore AVEVA Denmark Full time

    AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies. External Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel Reports to: APAC Legal AGC & VP Employee type: Permanent (full-time) Location: Singapore / Kuala Lumpur MalaysiaWork Style: HybridLanguage requirements: Bilingual Bahasa and English, with Chinese language skills being an added...

  • Senior Legal Counsel, M&A

    2 weeks ago

    Singapore Michael Page Full time

    Overview Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel, M&A role at Michael Page . This client is a leading digital services provider with a strong presence in multiple markets. The organization is recognized for its dynamic investment portfolio and commitment to innovation and growth. Job Description Legal Advisory & Transactions Offer legal expertise in...

  • Commercial Counsel

    1 day ago

    Singapore SD Legal Full time

    Commercial Counsel (AI, Product & Regulation) Commercial Counsel (AI, Product & Regulation) Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from SD Legal Managing Director at SD Legal | Award Winning In-house Legal & Compliance Recruiter | Fitness Enthusiast & Family Man New role to join a listed technology...