AVP, Legal Advisor

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will report to the Bank's Legal & Secretariat Department.
• He/She is required to provide legal advice and support to the business and operational units in matters affecting the Bank to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• The scope would include review and advice on structuring of transactions, security arrangements, developments of new products, banking operation related issues.
• He/She is required to handle and advise court order matters, such as garnishee and injunction.

Job Requirements

• A recognised Law degree.
• Minimum 3 years experience as in-house counsel in the banking industry (is preferred) covering a broad range of business banking and operational issues and product.
• Those with experience in private practice, preferably with a reputable law firm, handling corporate/conveyancing and/or banking litigation matters will be considered.
• Good drafting and opinion writing skills.
• A high degree of commitment, initiative and integrity. Excellent communication skills both and oral written.
• Resourceful, analytical and a team player.

Be a part of UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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