Legal Counsel

at  GO NET ZERO PTE LTD

INTRODUCTION TO GONETZERO™

Who we are: In November 2022, GoNetZero™ was officially launched at COP27 in Egypt. We are a global decarbonisation solution provider, headquartered in Singapore. We support customers on their end-to-end decarbonisation journey, from helping them acquire RECs, carbon credits, and using blockchain technology and data driven insights to assist in energy asset management. GoNetZero ™ is backed by Singapore Stock Exchange-listed Sembcorp Industries and is the carbon management business of Sembcorp Industries.
Who we are looking for: GoNetZero™ caters to businesses of all sizes and across various industries. Our solutions are scalable and adaptable to meet the unique needs and challenges of each customer. As a high-growth business looking to expand internationally, we are looking for candidates who are entrepreneurial: self-driven, self-starters, and interested in creating a lasting impact in the climate technology space. As a rapidly scaling business, we thrive on adaptability and change, so if you are looking to join a fast-paced, exciting new business, join us!
We are seeking a highly motivated and aspiring individual to join our team as a Legal Counsel. This role will focus on providing essential legal and compliance support to GoNetZero™, particularly as we expand our operations into new markets, such as the European market.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Possess a Law degree from Singapore, Australia or UK with at least 5 years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Exposure to the tech sector or EA trading would be beneficial.

SKILLS, COMPETENCES, AND PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Strong contract review and drafting skills
• Demonstrates a high degree of independence, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-pressure environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to exercise sound legal judgment.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented, strategic-minded, and capable of handling multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.
• Articulate, with good drafting skills and proficiency in English.

At Sembcorp, our shared corporate behaviours underpin all the work that we do in building a sustainable future:

• Institution-first Mindset - Put the interest of the Group ahead of individual interests.
• Collaboration - Deliver through collaborating across markets, businesses and functions.
• Accountability - Hold team and self accountable to deliver on our commitments.

Working Location : 30 Hill Street Singapore 179360

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to deliver legal and compliance services in alignment with corporate goals and strategies.
• Provide legal support and advice to internal stakeholders and senior management on various legal and compliance matters.
• Draft, review, and assist in negotiating commercial agreements, including sales and purchase agreements for Environmental Attributes (EA), Software as a Service (SaaS) agreements, licensing agreements, and project consultancy agreements.
• Review and offer recommendations on legal aspects related to existing commercial relationships, addressing pre-litigation disputes, and handling inquiries.
• Assist in the implementation of company policies, procedures, and standards related to legal and compliance matters.
• Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and actively manage regulatory developments and compliance updates.
• Provide timely support on legal and compliance inquiries across operational aspects.
• Contribute to and support other projects and tasks as required.