Singapore
Published on: November 2, 2026
The Legal Director role is designed to support the company’s commercial activity, technology-related work, and international operations, with a particular emphasis on establishing sound legal and export compliance foundations.
The company’s stated priorities include accountability, integrity, responsible innovation, and regulatory compliance. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with executive leaders and cross-functional teams, build practical processes, and shape a legal and compliance function as the business grows.
What the job entails
A central responsibility is to establish and manage the company’s export control and international trade compliance framework. This includes assessing controls on products, software, technology, technical data, and cross-border transactions; overseeing classification and licensing assessments; and managing restricted-party screening, sanctions considerations, and end-use reviews. The Director will interpret applicable regimes, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations and Singapore strategic goods controls, and coordinate with relevant internal teams and external advisors.
The role will also develop policies, controls, training, and escalation processes that support compliance without unnecessary bureaucracy.
Recognized law degree and qualification to practice in at least one relevant jurisdiction, with significant post-qualification experience.
Strong practical experience in export controls, international trade compliance, sanctions, or technology transfer.
Expertise in commercial contracts, corporate governance, intellectual property, and regulatory risk.
Familiarity with the U.S. EAR and Singapore strategic goods controls; experience with classification, licensing, screening, and cross-border technology transfers.
Independent judgment, commercial pragmatism, and strong stakeholder management skills.
Salary range, bonus structure, health coverage, paid leave, and other benefits
Location: Singapore or Hong Kong
Employment type: Full-time
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