Operating within broad guidelines established by the Senior Vice President & General Counsel, and the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, the incumbent is responsible for providing legal expertise and assistance to the organization.

What You Will Do:

Participates in the development and interpretation of ABS policies. May provide direction and instruction to support staff, review their progress and make recommendations concerning the evaluation of their work. At the direction of the Senior Vice President & General Counsel, the Vice President & Deputy General Counsel and Associate General Counsel, conducts legal projects and research Maintain business registration and corporate secretarial records of ABS entities within the region (Pacific, Middle East and Taiwan) Provides counsel and advice on a variety of legal matters including employment and labor, intellectual property, data privacy, insurance, litigation and bankruptcy matters. Drafts, reviews and negotiate contracts and other legal documents. Author’s correspondence, legal memoranda and reports Under supervision, works with outside legal counsel in various legal matters. Anticipate and identity legal issues and proactively develop effective and practical legal strategies and solutions. Occasional travel within the region

What You Will Need:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required (KSAR)

Prior experience in the marine industry preferred. Proficient in Mandarin (written and spoken). The ability to independently review, advise on and/or negotiate detailed, sensitive legal issues with internal stakeholders, clients and other interested parties. The human relations skills necessary to organize and manage the activities of support staff.

Minimum years of Experience

Typically requires 1-3 years of relevant post-qualification experience

Required/Preferred Education Requirements

L.L.B. or J.D. in Jurisprudence

Required/Preferred Professional Requirements

Admitted to practice law in Singapore