Senior / Legal Counsel (Energy Industry), Singapore

About Sembcorp
Sembcorp is a leading energy and urban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to drive energy transition , Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutions and urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global track record.
Join us in shaping a sustainable energy future
Drive Asia's energy transition with us! O ur Gas & Related Services segment is a key growth engine, delivering reliable and efficient energy to industries and communities across multiple countries. We support Asia's growing energy needs while advancing the shift to a lower-carbon future.
Job Scope
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Legal and Compliance Officer to provide legal and compliance support to the Gas & Related Services Line of Business.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Oversee delivery of legal and compliance services and resources to accomplish corporate goals, strategies, and priorities Provide legal support and advice to senior management and all internal stakeholders on legal and compliance matters Draft, review and negotiate with external counterparts on a variety of commercial agreements Review and provide recommendations on the legal aspects and considerations for resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries Manage and maintain company policies, procedures and standards related to legal and compliance matters Monitor changes to regulatory requirements and proactively handle regulatory developments and compliance updates Provide time-sensitive support on a wide array of legal and compliance inquiries in all operational aspects Identify and consult on legal and compliance risks in connection with the company's businesses Lead or support special and/or time-sensitive projects and tasks as may be required from time to time
Qualifications & Experience Required
Possess a Law degree from a reputable university with at least 8 to 12 years' post qualification legal experience Admitted to the Singapore Bar High degree of independence, initiative, and decisiveness Articulate, good drafting skills and highly effective in English Strong analytical skills and an ability to demonstrate sound legal and business judgment, even in ambiguous situations Be an effective time manager with the ability to work in a team
The Ideal Candidate Should Be
Strategic-minded, commercially pragmatic and highly detail-oriented. Able to work independently, adaptable, solutions-oriented and enjoy working in a team Having a positive attitude with a willingness to learn Having the ability to maintain high service standards and problem solve effectively when faced with challenges Self-motivated and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high-pressure environment, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision Comfortable working on cross-functional projects involving engineering, finance, and regulatory considerations. Having hands-on experience in the following types of matters would be advantageous: Dealing with gas (LNG and/or PNG), electricity generation and retail, and other utilities contracts; EPC and O&M contracts, specifically in the utilities sector; Project development and/or project finance transactions in the energy, utilities or infrastructure sectors; and Carbon trading, sustainability and corporate commercial contracts. Able to manage multiple projects and competing priorities and complete them timely and effectively, with minimal external legal support.
Our Culture at Sembcorp
At Sembcorp, our culture is shaped by a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold our commitment to driving the energy transition.
We foster an institution-first mindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individual interests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlessly across markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountability is a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments and deliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we are and create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningful impact on driving energy transition.
Join us in making a real impact!