Legal Counsel (M&A and Corporate/Commercial)

GXS BANK PTE. LTD.

Singapore, SG
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M&a and corporate transaction experience
In-house legal experience in financial institutions
Singapore bar admission required
** GXS Bank Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Legal Counsel with expertise in M&A and corporate/commercial law, particularly within the financial sector. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of post-qualification experience, including in-house legal experience, and be adept at navigating complex regulatory environments while supporting a fast-paced digital banking ecosystem. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing high-level legal support for M&A activities, strategic investments, and joint ventures within the fintech and banking space.
  • Candidates will lead negotiations for complex tech procurement agreements and oversee the legal framework for launching digital banking products.
  • The position requires a commercially-minded lawyer capable of balancing technical legal precision with the commercial realities of a digital banking ecosystem.

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** GXS Bank Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Legal Counsel with expertise in M&A and corporate/commercial law, particularly within the financial sector. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of post-qualification experience, including in-house legal experience, and be adept at navigating complex regulatory environments while supporting a fast-paced digital banking ecosystem. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • M&A and corporate transaction experience
  • In-house legal experience in financial institutions
  • Singapore Bar admission required
  • Digital banking product launch advisory
  • Tech procurement and partnership negotiation
  • Data protection (PDPA) and IP knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with legal technology automation tools
  • Ability to thrive in VUCA environments
  • Strong cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
  • Background transitioning from private practice
  • Strategic mindset for fintech ecosystem growth

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
  • Admitted to Singapore Bar
  • 3-5 years Post-Qualification Experience
  • 2-3 years in-house experience in Financial Institution
  • Proven track record in M&A and corporate law

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