Senior Associate / Associate (Major Law Firm) - #1120632

Our client is a leading Singapore law firm offering a full suite of legal services to meet the dynamic needs of businesses operating in Asia and beyond.

They invite visionary Partner to grow with them and shape the future of law in Asia.

Senior Associate / Associate (Major Law Firm)

Job Summary:

As an Associate / Senior Associate in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution team, you will be part of a dynamic and experienced practice group handling a wide range of contentious matters. You will work closely with clients, counsel, and regulatory bodies to resolve disputes efficiently and strategically, while leveraging legal technology and AI tools to enhance case preparation and client service.

Job Responsibilities:

• To manage all client work allocated by Supervising Partner or other partners.

• To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and costs.

• To exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner at all times.

• To ensure confidentiality and security of all of the Firm’s and client documentation and information.

• To achieve agreed levels of billing and time recording.

• To maintain clear and precise communications with other personnel of the Firm.

• To ensure good working relationships with external institutions and organizations.

• To supervise, support and develop immediate support staff.

• To take responsibility for and attend to self-development.

• In conjunction with the Firm, to comply with the relevant training requirements of the Law Society and to assist with in-house training as may be required.

• Assisting the Senior Counsel in the CBD area.

Job Requirements:

• Admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore.

• 5 to 10 years of post-admission experience in litigation and dispute resolution.

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to align legal strategy with business objectives.

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex matters and deliver high-quality work under pressure and tight deadlines.

• Excellent international and communications skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across all levels.

• A collaborative team player with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.

• AI-savvy. Comfortable using legal technology and AI tools (e.g., e-discovery platforms, AI-assisted legal research, document review software) to enhance litigation strategy, streamline workflows, and improve client outcomes.

Are you ready for a challenging and exciting endeavour that will require the investment of a lot of hard work, dedication and all your experience? Are you ready to bring your skills and competencies to support the establishment and enhancement of our client’s business? If yes, you might be exactly the new team member they are looking for!

Please submit your updated and comprehensive CV in MS WORD FORMAT ONLY (NOT PDF) with full career details, stating current or last drawn salary with full breakdown such as base, incentives, AWS, etc. and expected salary, contact details, educational qualifications, working experiences, reasons for leaving each past employment(s) and availability date.

What our client offers

Our client offers an attractive remuneration package, a fast-paced and exciting working environment and provide challenging opportunities for career advancement. They care about their employees. They are not just an employer. They are a Team. They do not just offer you a job, they offer you a career. By joining their team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for customers, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic and fast-growing organization.

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Thank You!

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with our client. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we will not be able to respond to all applicants. Therefore, only shortlisted applicants will be notified for interviews. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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