utu is reinventing the future of travel shopping rewards. The company is committed to rewarding tourists for their shopping abroad – we have big plans ahead and we are looking for an in-house Legal Counsel to join our company.
As our Legal Counsel, you will be in charge of growing the legal function in the company. The fun stuff includes reading and writing contracts, making sure the company is meeting its legal requirements, assisting on the legal side of fundraises, and coordinating with counterpart legal counsels. This is an incredible opportunity for ambitious individuals who want to build a career in a fast-growing startup. This job is based in Singapore.
Salary expectation: $6000-8000 (depending on experience)
What You’ll Do
· Make sure utu is meeting all its legal obligations.
· Advise, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts (including service agreements, marketing agreements, joint venture agreements and NDAs).
· Protecting utu’s intellectual property.
· Supporting the legal side of fundraise efforts.
· Assist on the legal side of M&A transactions.
· Advise on regulatory matters including employment laws, personal data protection laws, payment services, medical/health laws and regulations.
· Conduct research on various legal and regulatory issues.
· Be able to research and advise for other jurisdictions where utu operates.
· Liaise with external counsel (within Singapore and internationally) as and when necessary.
Preferred Experiences & Skills
· Law degree required (LLB/JD or equivalent).
· At least 4 years of experience as a lawyer or in house counsel.
· Problem-solving abilities with an eye for detail.
· Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
· Extremely well spoken.
· Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
· Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
· Proactive with strong organisational skills.
· Previous experience in the technology sector will be viewed favourably.
About you
· Singaporean/PR.
· Full-time applicants only.
· Happy to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
· You are motivated to go beyond the required minimum.
· Able to adapt to meet the changing needs of the business.
· Excellent interpersonal skills.
Application instructions
Please apply for this position by filling up the form and attaching your CV. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.