Corporate Counsel

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Real Estate Management Services is the largest core business segment of Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. It manages over 5 billion square feet of property globally, providing integrated property management, workplace management, project management, and portfolio services for real estate investors and occupiers.. 

As Legal Counsel for REMS Asia Pacific, you will  report to the General Counsel to provide transactional legal support for regional and global clients across Asia Pacific. This role requires direct engagement with internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, and third parties to deliver strategic legal advice across the REMS business. 

Key Responsibilities 

Transactional and Contract Management 

Review, advise on, draft, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including support for tender responses and issue resolution 

Develop, draft, and maintain contract templates to ensure consistency and efficiency 

Provide practical, commercially-focused legal guidance aligned with business objectives 

Legal Risk and Compliance 

Ensure firm and personnel compliance with relevant legal and ethical obligations 

Develop and implement processes and procedures to identify and manage legal risks 

Oversee regulatory compliance matters and maintain adherence to applicable requirements 

Deliver legal training to internal stakeholders 

Dispute and Litigation Management 

Manage disputes, including HR-related matters and litigation oversight 

Collaborate with external counsel when required 

Regional Collaboration and Process Improvement 

Liaise with legal colleagues both across Asia Pacific and globally to ensure consistent delivery of legal services 

Where required, provide in-country legal support within Asia Pacific 

Identify and implement changes to improve operational efficiencies and refine legal processes 

Required Qualifications and Experience 

Professional Background 

Minimum 5 years of post-admission legal experience 

Qualified and admitted to practice law in Singapore 

Experience with complex commercial contracts preferred 

Based in and possess the right to work in Singapore 

Essential Skills and Competencies 

Commercial Acumen: Highly responsive, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach with strong business judgment 

Analytical Excellence: Detail-oriented with the ability to simplify complex legal issues into practical guidance 

Stakeholder Management: Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders effectively 

Priority Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

Location:

On-site –Singapore

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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