Corporate Counsel - Commercial Contracts

Job description

Be a part of something BIG! Say HELLO to BIG Possibilities with Singtel KL (Sudong MY Sdn Bhd)! Singtel is Asia's leading communications technology group, our presence spans across 21 countries in Asia, Australia, and Africa. We thrive on innovation, digital transformation, and harnessing next-generation technology to create a more sustainable and digital future. Now, we are bringing this energy to Kuala Lumpur with the launch of our brand-new Shared Services Centre. The Corporate Counsel - Commercial Contracts plays a strategic role in supporting Singtel’s Corporate Functions by providing end-to-end legal support across commercial contracting activities. This role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with domestic and global suppliers and partners, while working closely with Singapore-based stakeholders. You will act as a trusted legal advisor, providing pragmatic and commercially sound solutions, managing legal risks, and supporting business objectives in a fast-paced, cross-border environment. Make an Impact by Draft and negotiate contracts – Lead end-to-end drafting, review, and negotiation of procurement, partnership, and commercial agreements, with a particular focus on telecommunications, IT and/or procurement related transactions Provide strategic legal advice – Offer practical, risk-based legal guidance on contractual, commercial, and operational matters Partner with stakeholders – Work closely with business units including IT, Networks , Corporate Functions, and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives Manage legal risk – Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks in line with Singtel Group policies Support global operations – Provide remote legal support to Singapore-based teams and collaborate with Group Legal Maintain documentation – Ensure proper documentation, contract governance, and retention of organisational knowledge Drive consistency – Apply standard processes, policies, and best practices across contract management activities Resolve complex issues – Take the lead in addressing legal and commercial challenges with strong problem-solving and negotiation skills Build strong relationships – Develop effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across geographies Skills for Success Degree in Law and admitted to practice in Malaysia, Singapore, or the UK Minimum of 10 years’ post‑qualification experience (PQE) gained in a reputable law firm or in‑house environment. Prior experience within the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) industry will be a strong advantage. Strong experience in commercial contract drafting, review, and negotiation Solid understanding of corporate, commercial, and contract law Experience handling cross-border contracting matters Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities effectively Strong business acumen with the ability to provide pragmatic, solution-oriented advice Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, dynamic environment