Associate (2-10PQE) - Construction at CLYDE CO US LLP

Singapore, , Singapore -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Disputes, Litigation, Arbitration, Commercial Disputes, Drafting Skills, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Client Engagement, Business Development, Mentoring, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Self-Motivated, Communication Skills, Risk Assessment, Strategy Development

Industry

Law Practice

Description

About the role We are currently looking for an Associate level lawyer with between 2-10 years’ post qualification experience to join the Firm’s renowned construction practice with a particular focus on construction disputes, litigation and arbitration. Most of the projects are on a large scale and have a high profile within the local and international construction sector. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with Partner Eugene Tan, who is consistently recognised by Legal 500 Asia Pacific as a leading Partner in Construction and is known for his vast experience in construction disputes and arbitration. You will be joining a well-established and highly regarded team, trusted by top tier clients for their technical excellence and commercial acumen. As part of our continued strategic expansion in the Asia Pacific region, and a commitment to developing a regionally-focused market-leading construction practice, we are seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join our construction practice based in Singapore. While construction disputes experience is preferred, we also welcome candidates with strong general commercial disputes backgrounds, particularly those with an interest in developing expertise in construction and infrastructure work. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates seeking a dynamic and global platform to further develop their career, legal skills and leadership/business development skills, whilst working as part of a collaborative and close-knit team of industry experts. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assist the Partners and other team members on a range of complex and large-scale matters Manage own caseload of both non-contentious and contentious construction and arbitration matters Research, review and draft documentation including contracts and projects documents, opinions, advice and correspondence Engage with clients, taking instructions, preparing updates, and contributing to strategy discussions Prepare for and participate in business development-related activities and initiatives Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and trainees (for mid-level candidates with higher PQE). Candidate Profile Between 2-10 years’ post-qualification experience acting for and advising clients Suitable candidates with strong academic results and must be qualified to practise in Singapore Experience in commercial litigation, mediation, adjudication and arbitration. Construction experience is preferred but strong candidates with general commercial disputes experience will be considered Will ideally have exposure to, or experience working on cross-border disputes (not essential) Interest or exposure to front end construction and commercial work is an advantage (not essential) Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail in producing high quality work Analytical and critical thinking skills commensurate with level, with ability to assess and articulate legal and risk issues clearly Self-motivated and proven ability to work as part of a team with limited supervision, managing tasks and receiving feedback at pace Excellent written and verbal communication skills and networking ability. #LI-VM1 #LI-HYBRID The Firm When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets. Our Commitment Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process. A Note on Privacy Please take a moment to read our privacy notice.. This describes what personal information Clyde & Co (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, how it’s obtained, your rights and how to contact us as a data subject. If you are submitting a candidate as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is an essential requirement and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to Clyde & Co are aware of this privacy notice. This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business. When you click an apply button, you will be redirected to our careers sign-in page where you can either enter your existing credentials or set up an account with us. If there are no opportunities you would like to apply to, we instead encourage you to join our talent community. We’re a global law firm working with businesses at the heart of global trade and commerce. But we’re so much more than that. Our collective drive, our pursuit of excellence and our ambition to do our best for our clients, and each other has fuelled our growth for over 90 years. Find out more about our firm. It’s an exciting time to work with us. With challenging cases, impactful client projects, growing teams and new offices, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment with rewarding outcomes. Collectively, we strive towards our shared goal of consistently delivering exceptional outcomes and bringing the best out in each other. Explore where you could work with us. Our early careers programmes differ from any other law firm, because of our rich learning experience coupled with our opportunities to work directly with clients. In return, we ask you to bring your ambition and collaborative mind to support the firm’s continued success and growth. Apply to our early career opportunities With over 65 offices in 26 countries, wherever you’re based, you’ll be empowered to accelerate your career doing interesting, stimulating work, achieving your potential and delivering exceptional outcomes. Discover where we are based. Here, you’re in good company. With over 5,500 individuals with offices in every time zone, our drive for success is continuous, reaching across the globe. Our people stay with us because we invest in strong relationships and value shared success. Learn more about life with us.

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Responsibilities

Assist Partners and team members on complex construction matters while managing your own caseload. Engage with clients and contribute to business development activities.