Legal Counsel

12 hours ago

West Region, Singapore ADVANCED SUBSTRATE TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD. Full time $120,000 - $240,000 per year

We are seeking a proactive and business-minded Legal Counsel to support the Company on matters relating to intellectual property (IP), business contracts, and commercial transactions. The role will involve providing strategic legal advice, managing IP portfolios, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and partnering closely with internal stakeholders to enable business growth while ensuring compliance and risk management.

Intellectual Property (IP)

  • Advise on IP strategy, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

  • Draft, review, and negotiate IP-related agreements (e.g., licensing, R&D collaboration, technology transfer).

  • Manage the registration, maintenance, and enforcement of the Company's IP rights in coordination with external agents.

  • Conduct IP due diligence for partnerships, M&A, or joint ventures.

  • Provide training and guidance to employees on IP awareness and protection.

Contracts & Commercial

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor, supplier, distribution, partnership, and service contracts.

  • Support business development teams in structuring and negotiating strategic transactions.

  • Develop and maintain standard templates and playbooks for contracts to improve efficiency and consistency.

  • Advise on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and dispute resolution.

  • Ensure contracts and commercial activities comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.

  • Custodian of all AST contracts, agreements and NDA.

General Legal Support

  • Provide legal advice to management and internal stakeholders across corporate and operational matters.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, HR, Finance, etc.) to align legal solutions with business objectives.

  • Liaise with and manage external counsel for specialized legal issues.

  • Support compliance initiatives, governance matters, and regulatory filings where required.

  • Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Manager, as required to support the team and organizational goals.

Job Requirements

Professional Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), with admission to practice in a recognized jurisdiction.

  • 4–8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), preferably in a Multinational Company or reputable law firm.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong experience in intellectual property law, commercial contracts, and corporate transactions.

  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

  • Strong business acumen with ability to balance legal risks against commercial objectives.

  • Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate legal and business risks while ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.

Competencies:

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment.

  • Capable of analysing complex legal issues, providing practical business-oriented solutions, and balancing legal risk with business objectives.

  • Ability to advocate for the Company's position and secure favourable outcomes in legal and business discussions.

  • Ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

  • Staying updated on legal developments, case law, and regulatory changes relevant to the business.

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