We are seeking a motivated Legal Associate / Senior Associate to join our Corporate Commercial Practice. You will be part of a collaborative team and gain substantial exposure to a broad range of corporate, commercial and employment matters.
You will support clients across various industries - from start-ups and SMEs to multinational corporations - on corporate transactions, commercial arrangements, and day-to-day operational legal needs. The role is well‑suited for candidates who enjoy diverse work, value practical problem‑solving, and are keen to develop strong commercial instincts.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Transactions
- Structure, negotiate, and implement joint ventures, strategic collaborations, and commercial partnerships.
- Advise on corporate re-organisations, restructurings, amalgamations, capital management exercises, and other strategic corporate actions.
- Support multi‑jurisdictional and cross‑border transactions, collaborating with Rajah & Tann Asia's member firms and other foreign counsel where required.
Corporate Advisory
- Advise on the establishment and structuring of business entities in Singapore, including regulatory, operational, and licensing considerations.
- Advise on corporate governance, entity management, and ongoing compliance requirements.
Commercial Contracts
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including service, supply, agency, distribution, procurement, and consultancy agreements.
- Advise on contractual risks, commercial implications, and implementation issues.
Employment Matters
- Advise on employment-related matters, including employment contracts, workplace policies, and compliance with applicable employment legislation.
Requirements
- Singapore qualified lawyer with 3 to 5 yearspost qualification experience.
- Strong grounding in corporate and commercial law, with the ability to translate legal principles into practical, workable solutions.
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
- Experience in employment law is an advantage.
- Commercial acumen with sensitivity to client priorities, timelines, and operational realities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively.
- Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to anticipate issues and progress matters with minimal prompting.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters concurrently.
Application Process
If you possess the required skills and experience above, we invite you to submit an application by providing your updated CV, educational certificates and transcript. We also encourage submission of a cover letter to provide us more details of your background and to explain your interest in applying to our team.
We regret that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.
