• Newly created headcount
• Exposed to a wide range of work and will be given guidance on new matters
• Stable and healthy work environment

This is a global financial institution with a growing presence in APAC, looking to hire an additional headcount to the legal team, supporting the Head of Legal. 

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare facility, security and ancillary documentation for the lending business in accordance with credit approvals and internal policies where loan documentation is drafted by external counsel
• Supervise the provision of legal services within the organisation to ensure acceptability of all legal deliverables
• Provide timely and reliable legal advice to the business on legal risks arising from transactions
• Assist in the negotiating of ISDA/GMRA/GMSLA Master Agreements and related collateral agreements to be entered into by the organisation
• Adhering to the organisation’s documentation standards and procedures
• Assist and support the Head of Legal on special projects

Key Requirements

• A Singapore-qualified banking and finance lawyer with 3 – 5 years PQE
• Minimum 3 years’ work experience as lender’s counsel in a reputable law firm
• Familiarity with loan and security documentation (for both bilateral and syndicated loans) is essential
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• A team player with an inquiring mind, who is meticulous, resourceful and a self-starter with good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Previous work experience in the financial services sector would be an advantage

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