Regulatory Counsel (Legal Profession Act)

About the role

The Regulatory Counsel will support the Regulatory Department in implementing and overseeing regulatory matters under the Legal Profession Act. The role involves legal research, drafting publications for the Singapore Law Gazette, and assisting with complaints, mediation and compliance processes.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of regulatory matters under the Legal Profession Act.
• Conduct legal research and draft articles for the Singapore Law Gazette.
• Administer complaints processes, inquiries and mediation in accordance with the Act.
• Liaise with external counsel handling litigation for the Society.
• Support the administration of the Legal Profession (Solicitors’ Accounts) Rules, including client‑account interventions and inspections.
• Present regulatory matters to Council and Committees, both in person and via email.

Required profile

• Keen interest in regulatory work within the legal sector.
• Familiarity with the Legal Profession Act and related regulations.
• Experience in legal research and drafting of regulatory publications.
• Ability to manage complaints, mediation and compliance processes.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with counsel and presenting to committees.

Required skills