Legal Counsel

OCBC is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912. Since our incorporation, we have been enabling people and communities to realise their aspirations. This is our purpose.

As the second-largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets, we hold one of the world’s highest credit ratings: Aa1 by Moody’s and AA- by both Fitch and S&P. Our commitment to excellence has earned us numerous industry accolades, reinforcing our reputation as one of Singapore’s best banks.

With a deep history in Asia, we offer the most comprehensive coverage across ASEAN and Greater China, complemented by a presence in the leading economies of New York, London and Sydney. As One Group, we support your ambitions across borders with our deep local knowledge – be it growing your personal wealth or capturing business opportunities – for now, and beyond.

OCBC offers private banking services through our wholly-owned subsidiary, Bank of Singapore, which operates on a unique open-architecture product platform to source for the best-in-class products to meet its clients’ goals.

Great Eastern Holdings, our insurance subsidiary, is the oldest and most established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia.

Lion Global Investors, our asset management subsidiary, is one of the leading asset management companies in Southeast Asia.

The Group has over 400 branches and representative offices in 19 countries and regions.

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

What's Your Role?

• Provide legal support to the retail banking business in the bank.
• Advise relevant stakeholders on local and global regulatory developments with an impact on the bank’s retail banking business.
• Advising on a range of other legal issues and instructing external counsel where appropriate.

What we are looking for?

• Qualified lawyer with at least 3 to 4 years PQE.
• Fluent in written and oral English.
• Prior experience in banking and finance departments of law firms or financial institutions is important. Experience in handling retail banking matters is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Agile mindset in embracing use of technology for legal innovation and change management will be viewed positively.

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.

Collaboration & Teamwork

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!