.If you are well versed in Employment Law of Singapore, and other countries within APAC region - you are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Advisory: Partner with the People team and business leaders to provide expert legal counsel on non-U.S. employment matters, with a primary focus on the APAC region (Singapore, Australia, Japan, Indonesia, and South Korea).
- Full-Lifecycle Support: Advise on a broad spectrum of HR topics, including hiring, compensation, performance management, restructuring, terminations, worker classification, and establishing operations in new countries.
- Dispute & Risk Management: Assess legal risks tied to workplace grievances. Manage pre-litigation claims, negotiate settlements, and direct outside counsel on active employment litigation.
- Drafting & Compliance: Create, review, and refine critical HR documentation, such as employment contracts, NDAs, separation agreements, and employee handbooks. Handle employment-related regulatory submissions.
- Training & Investigations: Design and deliver effective employment law training for internal stakeholders. Lead or supervise internal investigations regarding alleged workplace violations.
Requirements
- Background & Education: A Law degree paired with 5+ years of combined experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal team (multinational company experience is highly preferred).
- Regional Expertise: Solid working knowledge of APAC employment regulations, specifically anchored by Singapore employment law. Familiarity with Australia, South Korea, Japan, or Indonesia is a strong distinct advantage.
- Business Acumen: A proven track record of translating complex legal requirements into practical, easily understood, and risk-based recommendations for business units.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional English proficiency, both written and verbal. Fluency in Japanese, Korean, or Bahasa Indonesia is a bonus.
- Work Style: A highly organized, responsive, and service-oriented professional who excels at managing tight deadlines, collaborating across functions, and traveling occasionally within the APAC region.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified of their status.
The Russell Collective Pte Ltd
Russell Yeo - R1768833
EA License No: 25C3101
