Associates/Senior Associates/Junior Partners (Law Firm)

Description

CNPLaw LLP (“CNP”) is a leading full-service Singapore law firm, committed to delivering practical and innovative legal solutions to our clients. We are looking for talented, driven individuals with the right aptitude, skillset and aspirations to join our dynamic teams.

1. SENIOR ASSOCIATES/JUNIOR PARTNERS – Litigation (Dispute Resolution)

The team is regularly engaged in cross border commercial dispute resolution matters involving international clients and, in particular, in the Asia Pacific region.

Job Requirements

• Qualified Advocate and Solicitor of Singapore (admission to other common law jurisdictions will also be considered).
• 5 to 19 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) with solid exposure in litigation and/or arbitration.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Responsible, meticulous and motivated.
• Ability to manage complex and high value litigation and arbitration matters independently and as a team.
• Able to read and communicate in Chinese would be an added advantage but proficiency in business or legal Chinese is not required.
• Self-motivated with a proactive and positive attitude.

2. ASSOCIATES/SENIOR ASSOCIATES – Corporate Advisory (3 Openings)

We have a robust practice in corporate M&A, general corporate advisory and commercial contracts. We pride ourselves on delivering commercially astute and innovative legal solutions to a diverse clientele. Our team is committed to fostering a collaborative environment where legal excellence meets practical business insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Support on a diverse range of matters under the umbrella of global mobility, covering the movement of business, assets and human capital to providing advice on corporate restructuring and relocation of manpower.
• Support the relevant partner on selected technology services engagements
• Provide legal advice and draft, review and assist with negotiations on a wide array of corporate and commercial documentation
• Support the corporate partners on a diverse portfolio of domestic and cross-border transactions from inception to completion.
• Legal Research & Analysis
• Business Development

Job Requirements

• Qualification: Duly admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore.
• Experience: A proven track record of 2 to 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) gained with a reputable law firm, with demonstrable expertise in:

              o Employment Law

              o Commercial Contracts

              o Corporate M&A

              o General Corporate Advisory

• Legal Acumen: Proficiency in contract drafting, good negotiation skills and legal research capabilities across complex corporate and commercial legal issues.
• Autonomy: Ability to manage multiple matters concurrently and autonomously, often with tight timelines.
• Work Ethic: A strong capability in thriving in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, consistently delivering high-quality work with meticulous attention to detail and good time management.
• Professional Attributes: Highly self-motivated, with a proactive, solution-oriented approach and a positive, collaborative attitude that contributes positively to our team and firm culture.
• Commercial Savviness: Possesses sound and pragmatic commercial judgment and the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice to clients.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin is considered a strong advantage, especially for client interactions. While dedicated legal or business Mandarin fluency is not a mandatory requirement, it would be greatly valued.

If you are interested, please submit your updated CV to hr@cnplaw.com.