Chief Executive Officer

Description

The Law Society of Singapore is searching for a Chief Executive Officer ('CEO') to lead the Secretariat and work closely with Council in advancing the Society's mission and serving our membership.

Deadline for submission of resumes has been extended to 9 October 2026, 5.00pm.

Details of the role are set out below. If you know of anyone who would be a strong fit, we would be grateful if you could encourage them to submit their resume to weiyan@lawsoc.org.sg.

Executive Context & Position Summary

Following an independent inquiry into leadership, governance, and workplace culture, the Law Society is entering a period of institutional renewal. The incoming CEO will step into a pivotal, high-visibility role responsible for leading operational reform, and further enhancing internal trust and staff morale.

This position demands an empathetic, resilient, and ethically grounded leader. Beyond overseeing Secretariat operations and advancing statutory functions under the Legal Profession Act, the primary mandate for the incoming CEO will be to strengthen the culture and governance within the Society.

Key Responsibilities

The CEO oversees the functioning of the Secretariat, in particular the formulation and execution of the Law Society’s goals towards its vision, mission and culture. In this role, the CEO supervises the operations of the Law Society including the management of its resources. The CEO will be expected to ensure a collaborative and constructive working environment that maximises the Society’s personnel. The CEO also acts as the primary liaison between the Secretariat and the Council of the Law Society and serves as the Society’s most visible face to stakeholders and the media.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Competencies
Experience & Credentials

• Proven Leadership & Turnaround Success: Minimum 10–15 years of senior management experience, with a track record of leading teams through organisational restructuring or cultural transformation.
• Legal / Professional Services Familiarity: Direct legal qualification or extensive leadership experience within professional bodies, statutory boards, or legal institutions is highly preferred.
• Governance Expertise: Sound understanding of corporate governance, internal controls, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.

Core Personal Traits & Soft Skills

• High Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Exceptional active listening, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Moral Courage & Independence: Willingness to enforce boundaries, address toxic behaviour at any level, and uphold ethical integrity without compromise.
• Resilience Under Scrutiny: Ability to navigate intense public and institutional focus with composure, transparency, and steady judgment.
• Servant Leadership Mindset: A leader who prioritises the well-being and development of staff, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to shape the institutional culture of the statutory body representing Singapore's legal profession.
• A platform to build a gold-standard workplace culture within the legal sector.
• Competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience.