Legal Counsel, Regulatory & Compliance (TMT)

About the role

A leading international technology and digital commerce platform is appointing a Legal Counsel to join its established legal team in Singapore. This is a broad, business-facing role covering regulatory advisory, corporate compliance and governance across multiple markets. The recruiter is particularly interested in lawyers with a strong Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) and/or regulatory background, gained in private practice or in-house. The successful candidate will work closely with regional legal, compliance and business stakeholders to navigate evolving regulatory requirements and support the group's commercial activities.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory and compliance matters affecting technology-driven businesses across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their implications for existing operations, new products and business initiatives.
• Support the development and implementation of internal compliance policies, governance frameworks and risk management procedures.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate compliance matters, including anti-bribery and corruption, conflicts of interest and third-party risk.
• Conduct legal and regulatory risk assessments, compliance reviews and internal investigations where required.
• Partner with business and functional teams to address regulatory issues and develop practical compliance solutions.
• Coordinate with regional legal and compliance stakeholders on cross-border regulatory initiatives.
• Support internal compliance training and broader governance-related projects.

Required profile

• Qualified lawyer with approximately 5-6 years' PQE; candidates with slightly more or less experience may be considered.
• Strong experience in TMT, regulatory advisory and/or corporate compliance, gained with a leading law firm or an established in-house legal team.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks affecting technology, digital platforms, e-commerce or other regulated businesses is highly advantageous.
• Candidates from leading TMT/regulatory practices looking to transition in-house are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required skills

• Strong analytical, drafting and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Commercially minded, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional environment.