Commercial Technology Counsel, FMCG Retail Brand

About the role

A highly regarded FMCG retail brand is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel (Technology) with 6 to 10 years of post-qualification experience to join its legal team. The role is broad-based, with a strong focus on technology, digital platforms and data privacy, and supports the Group's digital transformation. It also covers commercial and corporate matters across retail, food services, supply chain and digital businesses.

Key responsibilities

• Provide commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders across business units and corporate functions.
• Advise on technology matters such as digital platforms, e-commerce, cloud services, software licensing, SaaS solutions and emerging technologies.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial and technology agreements.
• Lead legal workstreams for cross-functional projects, including digital transformation, M&A and new business launches.
• Identify legal and regulatory risks and propose practical mitigations.
• Support legal operations and initiatives to improve the efficiency of the legal function.

Required profile

• 6-10 PQE lawyer, preferably with both top-tier law firm training and in-house experience.
• Strong experience in technology contracting, digital platforms and data privacy.
• Broad commercial legal experience, able to advise beyond core specialisations.
• Reliable, hands-on and commercially minded, taking ownership from inception to completion.
• Adaptable and comfortable working with stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Must be currently based in Singapore.