Compliance & Contract Manager (Japanese Speaking)

About the role

A permanent Compliance & Contract Manager position in Singapore for construction projects, open to Japanese speakers. The role manages contractual risks, ensures regulatory compliance and supports business operations across construction projects. The salary is SGD 8,000-10,000 per month.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, review and implement compliance policies and procedures in line with Singapore regulations and corporate requirements.
• Monitor compliance risks and recommend preventive or corrective measures.
• Support internal audits, compliance reviews and risk management initiatives.
• Review, draft, negotiate and manage construction-related contracts, agreements and legal documents.
• Identify contractual risks and advise on them, and handle contract variations, claims, disputes and contract administration.
• Manage contractual matters with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Work with project teams to ensure contractual obligations are met and coordinate with external legal advisors when needed.
• Act as the main link between local operations and headquarters on compliance and contract issues, and report to management.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of experience in compliance, contract management, legal or related functions.
• Practical experience reviewing and negotiating construction contracts.
• Experience managing contracts with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Experience supporting internal audits, compliance reviews or risk management activities.
• Proficiency in English and Japanese.
• An added advantage: experience with Japanese construction or engineering companies, handling construction disputes or claims, and coordinating with overseas headquarters.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of contractual risk management, claims, variations and dispute resolution in construction or engineering.
• Knowledge of Singapore regulatory and compliance requirements.