Senior Paralegal / Assistant Legal Manager - Commercial Contracts (Mandarin)

About the role

Axiom Talent Platform is recruiting a Senior Paralegal / Assistant Legal Manager for commercial contracts, working with global Fortune 500 clients. The role is based in Singapore and offers the chance to convert into a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal and administrative support on a full range of in-house legal matters
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts
• Manage contract lifecycles, coordinating with internal business stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement of contract templates, playbooks and processes to improve consistency, efficiency and risk management

Required profile

• At least 7 years' experience in commercial contracts work (in-house and/or law firm), with substantial hands-on experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements
• Business-level Mandarin, able to review and discuss Chinese-language commercial contracts; ability to draft in Mandarin is an advantage
• Proven ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, international environment, with attention to detail, organisational skills and stakeholder management
• Immediate or short-notice availability preferred; potential for temp-to-perm or longer-term engagement depending on business needs

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, including health benefits and CPF/MPF contributions
• Professional development resources and learning and development programs
• Remote, onsite or hybrid work, depending on client requirements
• A dedicated talent partner throughout your journey with Axiom