Associate (2-5PQE) - General Litigation

About the role

We are currently looking for an Associate level lawyer with between 2-5 years' post qualification experience to join one of the Firm's renowned disputes practices in Singapore. This role will involve both litigation and arbitration. Most of the matters are large scale and high profile acting on behalf of local and international clients.

As part of our continued strategic expansion in the Asia Pacific region, and a commitment to developing regionally focussed practice groups, this is a new/ growth opportunity based in Singapore.

This is an exciting opportunity for those seeking a dynamic and global platform to further their career and leadership/business development skills, whilst working as part of a collaborative and close-knit team of industry experts.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Partners and other team members on a range of complex and large-scale matters

• Working across an allocated caseload of both non-contentious and contentious matters

• Researching and drafting of documentation, advice and correspondence

• Prepare for and participate in business development-related activities.

Candidate Profile

• Between 2-5 years' post-qualification experience in Singapore acting for and advising clients

• Suitable candidates will have strong academic results and must be qualified to practise in Singapore

• Experience in commercial litigation, mediation, adjudication and Arbitration

• Will ideally have exposure to, or experience working on cross-border disputes (not essential)

• Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail

• Analytical and critical thinking skills commensurate with level

• Proven ability to work as part of a team with limited supervision

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and networking ability.

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The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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