You will be a trusted partner guiding our planners, architects, and other professionals through the dynamic legal landscape and together, contribute to making Singapore an attractive global city to live, work, and play.
Executive Legal Counsel
Urban Redevelopment Authority
Permanent/ContractClosed
What the role is
What you will be working on
As part of the legal team, you will:
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement regulatory policies.
• Draft legislative instruments.
• Advise on regulatory matters.
• Prosecute regulatory offences.
• Advise on contracts and draft and vet contractual documents.
What we are looking for
• Tertiary qualification in law (LL.B) and admission to the Singapore Bar.
• At least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in legal practice.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience in prosecution will be advantageous.
About Urban Redevelopment Authority
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is Singapore's national land use planning authority. URA prepares long term strategic plans, as well as detailed local area plans, for physical development, and then co-ordinates and guides efforts to bring these plans to reality. Prudent land use planning has enabled Singapore to enjoy strong economic growth and social cohesion, and ensures that sufficient land is safeguarded to support continued economic progress and future development.
About your application process
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within Urban Redevelopment Authority or the wider Public Service.