[Gov] Legal Counsel

An exciting opportunity for Singapore-qualified lawyers to work on complex commercial transactions, technology-related matters and strategic collaborations. 🧑‍⚖️

Join a dynamic legal team supporting a diverse range of research, innovation and commercial initiatives. You will partner with business stakeholders, researchers and external organizations to provide practical legal advice, manage risks and facilitate business objectives.

*Up to $10,000 per month!

Contract Period: 3 months

Working Hours: Mon-Thu: 8.30am-6pm, Fri: 8.30am-5.30pm

Location: West Region

🗝️Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including research collaborations, technology licensing, funding arrangements and strategic partnerships.
• Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters, ensuring appropriate management of legal risks and contractual obligations.
• Support complex transactions, including joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, investments and commercialisation initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners across different industries and institutions to structure and execute agreements.
• Contribute to the development of legal policies, governance frameworks and regulatory initiatives.

🧩Requirements:

• LLB (Honours) degree and admission to the Singapore Bar
• Approximately 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in corporate and commercial law, including contract drafting and negotiations, gained in private practice or an in-house legal role.
• Experience in intellectual property, technology licensing, M&A or joint ventures will be an advantage.
• Exposure to the public sector, healthcare institutions, universities or technology-related environments is preferred but not essential.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage projects independently and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.

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