Legal Consultant - Financial Services - Capital Markets Transactions

Overview

An opportunity is available for experienced legal professionals with expertise in Capital Markets Transactions to support Fortune 500 clients based in Singapore. This role requires a hands-on legal practitioner with strong transactional experience and the ability to work closely with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, guidance, and support on all matters related to Transactional and Development Finance business in Asia, including Project and Export Finance (PEF) and Structured and Export Finance (SEF) teams.
• Take accountability for all transactional legal matters in Asia.
• Maintain close relationships with business heads and stakeholders to deliver relevant legal support.
• Promote compliance with legal and regulatory standards and uphold high ethical standards.
• Develop thought leadership and lead by example to foster appropriate culture and values.
• Identify emerging risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Assess regulatory reforms and changes to ensure compliance.
• Provide transactional legal advice on new products and initiatives.
• Offer strategic and proactive legal and regulatory advice to business management and stakeholders, collaborating with external counsel as needed.
• Support transactions in line with Product Programme Authorisation (PPG) parameters and group standards.
• Act as lead counsel for complex multi-jurisdictional transactions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure template documents are fit for purpose.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of capital markets transactions across both public and private markets.
• Solid transactional experience working with SMEs, banks, and project managers to drive growth.
• Minimum 5–7 years post-qualification experience (PQE), with flexibility up to 15 PQE.
• Hands-on execution focus rather than strategic oversight.
• Experience in project financing is a significant advantage.
• Sustainability experience is desirable but not essential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits including health coverage and paid time off.
• Access to professional development resources and learning programs.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote or on-site work depending on client and employee preferences.

Location

• Singapore

Additional Information

Employment may be contingent upon successful background checks, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process upon request.