Legal Counsel, 12-month renewable and convertible, Tuas (LF)

Job Scope:

Legal Advisory & Support

· Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to the Singapore legal counsel and business units during the plant construction phase.

· Advising on and mitigating construction related risks including delays, disputes and change orders

· Advise on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and construction projects.

· Liaise with the global legal teams in China, the US, and Europe to ensure alignment with multinational standards and practices.

Contract Management

· Draft, review, and negotiate construction-related contracts, including contracts with vendors, suppliers, and service providers.

· Provide legal input on project management agreements and risk assessments.

· Develop and maintain templates for contracts to standardize and streamline processes.

Commercial Operations

· Support legal aspects of the company’s operations, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.

· Assist in establishing policies, processes, and systems for effective risk management and governance.

· Post-construction, manage customer contracts in the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring alignment with industry-specific requirements.

· Provide ongoing support for commercial agreements, including manufacturing agreements, service level agreements, and confidentiality agreements.

Independent Execution

· Take ownership of assigned legal matters and run them independently with minimal supervision, ensuring timely delivery of solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement

· Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions such as procurement, operations, and compliance.

· Liaise with external counsel on specialized matters when required.

Requirements:

· Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognized institution.

· 5–8 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a focus on construction, commercial contracts, and/or the pharmaceutical industry.

· Drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

· Interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with global teams.

· Prior experience in a multinational company or law firm

· Familiarity with Singapore laws and regulations, with exposure to cross-border transactions.

· Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

· Meticulous and detail-oriented, with a focus on delivering practical legal solutions.

· Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of a start-up environment.

Additional Information:

· Contract duration: 12-month contract, possible conversion

· Commencement Date: Immediate

· Working days and hours: Mon to Friday, 8.am to 5pm

· Location: Tuas, pick up at Serangoon and Jurong East

Job Scope:

Legal Advisory & Support

· Provide comprehensive legal advice and support to the Singapore legal counsel and business units during the plant construction phase.

· Advising on and mitigating construction related risks including delays, disputes and change orders

· Advise on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to the pharmaceutical industry and construction projects.

· Liaise with the global legal teams in China, the US, and Europe to ensure alignment with multinational standards and practices.

Contract Management

· Draft, review, and negotiate construction-related contracts, including contracts with vendors, suppliers, and service providers.

· Provide legal input on project management agreements and risk assessments.

· Develop and maintain templates for contracts to standardize and streamline processes.

Commercial Operations

· Support legal aspects of the company’s operations, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.

· Assist in establishing policies, processes, and systems for effective risk management and governance.

· Post-construction, manage customer contracts in the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring alignment with industry-specific requirements.

· Provide ongoing support for commercial agreements, including manufacturing agreements, service level agreements, and confidentiality agreements.

Independent Execution

· Take ownership of assigned legal matters and run them independently with minimal supervision, ensuring timely delivery of solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement

· Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions such as procurement, operations, and compliance.

· Liaise with external counsel on specialized matters when required.

Requirements:

· Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a recognized institution.

· 5–8 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a focus on construction, commercial contracts, and/or the pharmaceutical industry.

· Drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

· Interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with global teams.

· Prior experience in a multinational company or law firm

· Familiarity with Singapore laws and regulations, with exposure to cross-border transactions.

· Self-starter with the ability to work independently.

· Meticulous and detail-oriented, with a focus on delivering practical legal solutions.

· Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of a start-up environment.

Additional Information:

· Contract duration: 12-month contract, possible conversion

· Commencement Date: Immediate

· Working days and hours: Mon to Friday, 8.am to 5pm

· Location: Tuas, pick up at Serangoon and Jurong East