What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Legal Counsel (Contract) position at Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)?
As a member of the Legal Department, you will provide legal advice and creative solutions on a wide range of supervisory and regulatory issues covering banking, capital markets, and insurance as well as on international agreements, financial and commercial matters. You will be challenged to anticipate and address new financial trends from the legal perspective.
Division 1 advises on the legal aspects pertaining to the prudential and market conduct functions of MAS. It also assists in developing the legal framework for the regulation of new financial businesses and in meeting changing global financial standards. Legal support will cover banking, insurance, capital markets, payment services, and financial technology.
Division 2 is responsible for the legal aspects of the central banking and developmental functions and international relations of MAS. This portfolio covers a variety of subjects on governance, reserve and risk management, procurement, currency, technology, and developmental projects. The international aspects will extend to legal support in shaping international standards for financial institutions. You will also be engaged in issues relating to public international law and private law issues, including free trade agreements and memoranda of understanding.
Requirements :
- Relevant experience or degree in Law and admitted to legal practice
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Applicants should be Singapore Citizens
- You will be working in a fast-paced environment that requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and needs of stakeholders, as well as the agility to respond to changes and developments.
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and / or undergo further assessment. This is a contract position. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
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