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General Counsel (min 10 PQE) – Digital Infrastructure Company (PE backed)
- Posted 13 July 2024
- LocationSingapore
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineChief Operating Officer & Governance
- Reference9211
Job Description
Our client is a leading digital infrastructure company, well-backed by a global private equity firm. Reporting directly to the CEO & Founder, the General Counsel will oversee all legal matters, ensuring compliance and providing strategic guidance. The role demands at least 10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) with a strong background in data centres, real estate, and construction sectors. Chinese language skills are advantageous for communicating with key stakeholders from mainland China.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic legal advice to the CEO, executive team, and board of directors.
- Oversee all legal aspects of the company’s operations, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, contracts, intellectual property, and litigation.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements and contracts.
- Manage external legal counsel and ensure cost-effective and high-quality legal services.
- Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Support business development activities, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
- Communicate effectively with key stakeholders from mainland China, leveraging Chinese language skills where applicable.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree or equivalent legal qualification.
- Minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in corporate law, with significant experience in the data centre, real estate, and construction sectors.
- Proven track record of providing legal counsel in a high-growth, startup environment.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions.
- Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Chinese language capability is highly desirable due to the need to liaise with Chinese speaking stakeholders in mainland China