Private Bank Legal Counsel Singapore

Barclays

Singapore, Singapore
Not specified
Admitted to common law jurisdiction preferably singapore
Expertise in financial services and bank regulatory law
Knowledge of capital market and private banking offerings
Barclays is seeking a Private Bank Legal Counsel in Singapore to ensure the compliance of business activities within the Markets division with applicable laws and regulations. The role emphasizes proactive legal risk management, collaboration with internal stakeholders, and the provision of legal support across various financial services offerings

Job Summary

  • The role ensures that Private Bank & Wealth Management activities comply with applicable laws and regulations while managing legal and reputational risks.
  • Candidates must provide end-to-end legal coverage across capital markets, banking, credit, and investment offerings including structured products and derivatives.
  • Success requires partnering closely with business and control functions to deliver practical, commercially minded advice in a cross-border environment.

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Barclays is seeking a Private Bank Legal Counsel in Singapore to ensure the compliance of business activities within the Markets division with applicable laws and regulations. The role emphasizes proactive legal risk management, collaboration with internal stakeholders, and the provision of legal support across various financial services offerings.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • admitted to Common Law jurisdiction preferably Singapore
  • expertise in financial services and bank regulatory law
  • knowledge of capital market and private banking offerings
  • proactive legal risk identification and mitigation
  • experience with structured products derivatives and FX

Nice-to-have

  • strong commercial focus and ability to deliver under pressure
  • excellent influencing and negotiation skills
  • cross-border collaboration experience across APAC region
  • high emotional intelligence and stakeholder management
  • ability to manage external counsel efficiently

Key Requirements

  • Lawyer admitted in Singapore or other Common Law jurisdiction
  • Strong technical expertise in Singapore and Asia Pacific regulatory law
  • Demonstrated understanding of capital market and private banking products

Work Rights

Must have Legal Right to Work in Singapore

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