Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel

at  Singapore University of Social Sciences

WHO WE ARE

As Singapore’s first institute for lifelong learning, the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) champions inclusivity to bring education to all and ensure that they are given equal opportunities to develop to their fullest potential in our diverse learning environment. We advocate for the same for our people. We believe everyone should have equal opportunities and develop to their fullest potential in their careers. Embark on an exciting lifelong journey with us in making a positive difference in your career and serving our society.
For more information on Singapore University of Social Sciences, please visit www.suss.edu.sg

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical and expert legal advice on a broad range of legal issues including but not limited to intellectual property law, research collaboration agreements, contracts, disputes, regulatory requirements, employment law, and governance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with all statutory or legal requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments within the university, providing legal risk management and strategic advice to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the university.
• Develop/update contract templates and general contract management.
• Conduct legal research and provide updates on changes in legislation.
• Advise, improve, or develop University policies and processes.
• Assist with, or lead, strategic initiatives for the University.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) and admission to the Singapore Bar.
• A minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience, with a requirement of experience in intellectual property law.
• Proven experience as a legal counsel in a business environment, with good knowledge of commercial, intellectual property and general contract negotiations
• Experience in higher education, research and development or a related legal field will be viewed favourably.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills; sound judgement.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; adept at engaging with internal and external stakeholders across all organisational levels.
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a “can-do” attitude; flexibility and willingness to work on a broad range of matters.

• Provide practical and expert legal advice on a broad range of legal issues including but not limited to intellectual property law, research collaboration agreements, contracts, disputes, regulatory requirements, employment law, and governance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with various stakeholders, ensuring compliance with all statutory or legal requirements.
• Collaborate with other departments within the university, providing legal risk management and strategic advice to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations that apply to the university.
• Develop/update contract templates and general contract management.
• Conduct legal research and provide updates on changes in legislation.
• Advise, improve, or develop University policies and processes.
• Assist with, or lead, strategic initiatives for the University