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JLL Hiring! Full Time Corporate Counsel in - Ricebowl
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JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Real Estate Management Services is the largest core business segment of Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. It manages over 5 billion square feet of property globally, providing integrated property management, workplace management, project management, and portfolio services for real estate investors and occupiers..
As Legal Counsel for REMS Asia Pacific, you will report to the General Counsel to provide transactional legal support for regional and global clients across Asia Pacific. This role requires direct engagement with internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, and third parties to deliver strategic legal advice across the REMS business.
Key Responsibilities
Transactional and Contract Management
Review, advise on, draft, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including support for tender responses and issue resolution
Develop, draft, and maintain contract templates to ensure consistency and efficiency
Provide practical, commercially-focused legal guidance aligned with business objectives
Legal Risk and Compliance
Ensure firm and personnel compliance with relevant legal and ethical obligations
Develop and implement processes and procedures to identify and manage legal risks
Oversee regulatory compliance matters and maintain adherence to applicable requirements
Deliver legal training to internal stakeholders
Dispute and Litigation Management
Manage disputes, including HR-related matters and litigation oversight
Collaborate with external counsel when required
Regional Collaboration and Process Improvement
Liaise with legal colleagues both across Asia Pacific and globally to ensure consistent delivery of legal services
Where required, provide in-country legal support within Asia Pacific
Identify and implement changes to improve operational efficiencies and refine legal processes
Required Qualifications and Experience
Professional Background
Minimum 5 years of post-admission legal experience
Qualified and admitted to practice law in Singapore
Experience with complex commercial contracts preferred
Based in and possess the right to work in Singapore
Essential Skills and Competencies
Commercial Acumen: Highly responsive, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach with strong business judgment
Analytical Excellence: Detail-oriented with the ability to simplify complex legal issues into practical guidance
Stakeholder Management: Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders effectively
Priority Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.
Real Estate Management Services is the largest core business segment of Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. It manages over 5 billion square feet of property globally, providing integrated property management, workplace management, project management, and portfolio services for real estate investors and occupiers..
As Legal Counsel for REMS Asia Pacific, you will report to the General Counsel to provide transactional legal support for regional and global clients across Asia Pacific. This role requires direct engagement with internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, and third parties to deliver strategic legal advice across the REMS business.
Key Responsibilities
Transactional and Contract Management
Review, advise on, draft, and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including support for tender responses and issue resolution
Develop, draft, and maintain contract templates to ensure consistency and efficiency
Provide practical, commercially-focused legal guidance aligned with business objectives
Legal Risk and Compliance
Ensure firm and personnel compliance with relevant legal and ethical obligations
Develop and implement processes and procedures to identify and manage legal risks
Oversee regulatory compliance matters and maintain adherence to applicable requirements
Deliver legal training to internal stakeholders
Dispute and Litigation Management
Manage disputes, including HR-related matters and litigation oversight
Collaborate with external counsel when required
Regional Collaboration and Process Improvement
Liaise with legal colleagues both across Asia Pacific and globally to ensure consistent delivery of legal services
Where required, provide in-country legal support within Asia Pacific
Identify and implement changes to improve operational efficiencies and refine legal processes
Required Qualifications and Experience
Professional Background
Minimum 5 years of post-admission legal experience
Qualified and admitted to practice law in Singapore
Experience with complex commercial contracts preferred
Based in and possess the right to work in Singapore
Essential Skills and Competencies
Commercial Acumen: Highly responsive, proactive, and solutions-oriented approach with strong business judgment
Analytical Excellence: Detail-oriented with the ability to simplify complex legal issues into practical guidance
Stakeholder Management: Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage diverse stakeholders effectively
Priority Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
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