Full Time Legal Counsel (Government) @ Novena Jobs, Salary up to SGD 7,000 in PERSOL Central Region (Singapore) - Maukerja

Duration:
1 year - extendable/convertible based on performance & business needs

Salary

: $5,000–$7,000 per month, depending on experience

Completion Bonus:
1-month completion bonus upon completing the 1-year contract

Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am – 6:00pm

Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm

Job Responsibilities

Render advice and provide comprehensive and practical solutions on a wide range of legal issues, including contract law, intellectual property law, corporate governance, criminal law, employment law, family law, and regulatory matters under CPF legislation.

Be involved in the legal groundwork for key policy changes, analyse new policies, advise on the required legislative changes, and draft or propose legislation amendments, including liaising with the Attorney-General's Chambers on such matters.

Draft, vet, and provide legal advice on a range of contracts, MOUs, terms and conditions, and other documents, including those related to goods and services, IT, construction, investments, real estate, and nondisclosure agreements.

Conduct educational legal talks and be involved in legal technology initiatives.

Where required, be involved in the prosecution of various statutory offences under the Central Provident Fund Act, including preparing and conducting mentions, pre-trial conferences, and trials, as well as handling legal issues relating to enforcement and investigations.

Requirements

At least 1 year of Post-Qualified Education (PQE).

Relevant experience in providing legal advice, contract drafting and review, legal research, and stakeholder management in private practice and/or an in-house legal environment.

Trained in Law and qualified under the Legal Profession Act.

Have experience in analytical and critical thinking, with the ability to reason compellingly and navigate complex legal issues.

Have experience in leveraging AI tools and technologies to improve work processes, productivity, or service delivery; a keen interest in technology and AI-enabled solutions would be an advantage.

Communicates effectively, both in writing and speaking, with the ability to write clearly for diverse audiences.

Works independently and manages priorities effectively.

Adaptable and resourceful in handling different tasks and challenges.

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