Legal Counsel – Corporate, Commercial & M&A

About the role

We are looking for a commercially‑savvy Legal Counsel to join a well‑established organisation with a regional footprint across APAC. The role is based in Singapore and offers the chance to work closely with the business on corporate, commercial and M&A matters while gaining exposure to cross‑border transactions and regional legal initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a legal partner to the business on corporate, commercial and transactional matters across the region.
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of agreements, including investment and transaction documentation such as term sheets and SPA agreements.
• Support deal execution by coordinating internal approvals and ensuring timely progression of transactions.
• Oversee corporate governance matters, including regulatory filings, licensing and statutory compliance obligations.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and provide clear, actionable guidance to stakeholders.
• Drive and support compliance and governance initiatives across the organisation and its affiliates.
• Manage relationships with external counsel to ensure high‑quality, commercially sound and cost‑efficient advice.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across business and corporate functions as a trusted legal advisor.
• Contribute to internal reporting and support regional legal coordination across APAC.

Required profile

• Qualified lawyer with a strong grounding in corporate and commercial law.
• 5–8 years post‑qualification experience gained in private practice and/or in‑house environments.
• Experience in transactional work; exposure to M&A and cross‑border matters is advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of Singapore and/or regional legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder‑management capabilities.
• Detail‑oriented, organised and commercially minded.
• Proven ability to manage and work effectively with external legal counsel.

Required skills