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AIA Group Limited

Legal Counsel

Posted 21 Days Ago
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In-Office
Singapore, SGP
Senior level
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Singapore, SGP
Senior level
The Legal Counsel will oversee legal matters at AIA Singapore, focusing on contentious issues, providing legal advice, and managing litigation. They will also review documents and ensure regulatory compliance.
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FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

Join us as Legal Counsel!
To provide support in overseeing and managing the legal matters of AIA Singapore and its subsidiaries, to ensure robust risk management. Primary focus on providing legal support and advice on actual and potential contentious matters and litigation.

Responsibilities:

  • To manage and provide Singapore law advice / support on actual and potential contentious matters involving AIA Singapore and its subsidiaries. This includes coordinating with external counsel and internal parties; and reporting to AIA Singapore senior management and AIA Group Legal.  [55%]

  • To provide Singapore law advice on business and operational activities primarily in the areas of insurance claims, regulatory compliance, and data protection. This includes reviewing relevant documents and agreements; and internal reports, standards, policies, and procedures.  [30%]

  • Perform other responsibilities and duties assigned from time to time, to meet business needs.  [15%]

Requirements:

  • A law degree from a recognized university; admitted to the Singapore Bar, and of good standing.

  • At least 5 years PQE, of which at least 3 were spent in practice at a law firm.

  • Experience in insurance litigation/disputes preferred; else experience in general commercial / corporate litigation essential. Additionally, in-house experience at a regulated financial institution in Singapore ideal but optional.

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills – willingness and ability to quickly pinpoint issues, follow up systematically and work with stakeholders to resolve.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to be capable of dealing with people across different levels of seniority as well as external parties.

  • Able to work well under time pressure in a fast-paced environment.

  • A quick learner with a can-do, positive mentality and resilient.

  • Humble, resourceful, adaptable and meticulous.

Believe in better with AIA. If you work at AIA, you play an important part in this movement. Which is why we give you every opportunity to learn, grow and shape your career - your way! 

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

AIA Group Limited Singapore Office

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