Senior Legal Counsel

About the Role

Support Singtel Digital InfraCo's growth and investments across digital and AI infrastructure in the region. The portfolio includes Nxera's AI-ready regional data centres, RE:AI cloud and compute infrastructure, fibre cable investments and satellite capacity.

The role will be at the forefront of a fast-growing industry, partnering closely with business and leadership teams to support Singtel's regional growth ambitions.

Make an Impact by

• Act as a legal business partner for strategic projects and investments, including data centre greenfield and brownfield developments, AI compute fit-outs, fibre networks, satellite infrastructure, capital raising and M&A activities.
• Provide timely, practical and commercially balanced legal advice, working closely with internal stakeholders to support business decisions and manage legal and commercial risks.
• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial and infrastructure agreements, particularly relating to infrastructure development, project financing, power procurement, cloud and infrastructure services, procurement, and strategic partnerships/collaborations.
• Partner with the business to establish appropriate legal and risk strategies that support commercial objectives.
• Advise the business on new markets, business models and strategic initiatives, including navigating evolving legal and regulatory considerations.
• Develop a strong understanding of the business's strategic and commercial drivers to provide practical, business-oriented legal solutions.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively within a fast-paced regional environment.

Skills for Success

• Law degree from a recognized university and qualification to practise law in Singapore or another relevant jurisdiction.
• At least 8 years of relevant legal experience, gained in a reputable law firm and/or in-house environment.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, legal advisory and research capabilities.
• Relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: infrastructure/projects, data centres, energy/power, technology/AI, project financing, corporate transactions and M&A.
• Experience advising on infrastructure development and/or complex commercial contracts would be advantageous.
• In-house experience is preferred but not essential.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to provide pragmatic and risk-balanced legal advice.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative working style.
• Self-starter who is comfortable operating in new and evolving areas.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.