Junior Legal Counsel [SGP]
Jobs Offshore
At a glance
- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Work type
- Onsite
- Category
- Legal
Junior Legal Counsel focused on commercial contracting, procurement, project execution, corporate, compliance and regulatory matters for EPU's operations and projects.
What they are looking for
Location: Singapore, SG, 138538
Junior Legal Counsel [SGP]
Location
Singapore, SG, 138538
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Requisition ID
1762
Introduction
At Hanwha Ocean EPU, we empower our people to engineer the future of sustainable energy through meaningful work on cutting-edge offshore, onshore, and global infrastructure projects that create lasting impact for industries and communities worldwide.
As we evolve into a comprehensive EPCI(O) solutions provider, our expanding portfolio now spans FPSO, FLNG, floating production units, renewables, onshore power generation, and future centric infrastructure projects. Our globally connected teams collaborate across regions and disciplines to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver world-class end-to-end solutions.
Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team at the Energy Plant Unit and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the onshore and offshore industry. #OneEPU
“Build, what matters. Grow, without limits. Power, the future with Hanwha Ocean EPU.”
Position Overview
Legal is responsible for providing practical legal support with a primary focus on commercial contracting, procurement, project execution, corporate, compliance, governance, and regulatory matters of EPU’s operations and projects.
The position works with internal clients including procurement, finance, HR, IT, operations, commercial, supply chain, and project teams to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance. It also supports contract administration, claims avoidance, corporate records, data privacy, and policy implementation.
This role requires solid legal experience, strong drafting and negotiation capability, and the ability to manage assigned legal matters independently while appropriately escalating strategic or high-risk issues within offshore, onshore, EPC/EPCI, energy, or industrial project environments.
Key Responsibility
Provide legal support to procurement, supply chain management and project teams in vendor qualification, tender review, subcontract negotiations, deviation management and contract administration activities
Provide legal advice to business functions and project teams on contractual, commercial, corporate, compliance, procurement, and operational matters
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, NDAs, service agreements, vendor contracts, procurement terms, intercompany agreements, and contract amendments
Support contract risk assessment, contractual clarifications, notices, change requests, warranty matters, claims support, and dispute avoidance activities
Assist with claims management, preservation of contractual rights, dispute resolution strategy, and coordination with external counsel in arbitration, litigation, mediation and expert determination proceedings
Advise on corporate governance, entity management, delegated authority, corporate records, regulatory filings, and internal approval processes
Support compliance, ethics, anti-corruption, trade compliance, data privacy, records management, and internal policy implementation
Coordinate with external counsel on assigned matters, including scope, documentation, status tracking, and budget awareness
Partner with HR, procurement, finance, IT, operations, commercial, and project teams to align legal advice with business needs
Identify legal and commercial risks and recommend practical mitigation actions to senior legal personnel and business stakeholders
Maintain accurate legal files, templates, contract records, and auditable documentation for assigned workstreams
Qualification
Juris Doctor (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or equivalent from an accredited institution
Admitted and in good standing to practice law in a recognized common law jurisdiction, preferably from Singapore, England & Wales, US, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada
Minimum 3 years of legal experience, including law firm or in-house experience focused on commercial contracts, corporate law, governance, compliance, or project-related legal matters
Solid drafting, negotiation, analytical, and contract review skills
Working knowledge of corporate governance, compliance requirements, contract management, and commercial legal risk mitigation
Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and coordinate with multidisciplinary stakeholders
Good English communication skills for contract negotiation, legal documentation, and internal reporting
Preferred Qualifications
Admission or license to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction
Experience in energy, oil and gas, offshore, FPSO, EPC/EPCI, shipbuilding, infrastructure, or industrial project environments
Experience managing or coordinating external counsel and supporting cross-border commercial matters
Experience with data privacy, compliance, dispute avoidance, claims support, or contract lifecycle management.
Diversity and Inclusion
Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.
Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.