Legal Associate | Contract | Bank | $6k

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of legal templates, standard documents, product guides, frameworks, and internal policies. Identify areas for improvement and develop new templates to align with business needs.
• Support the assessment, onboarding, and management of complex structures and transactions.
• Collaborate with bank stakeholders (e.g., Trustee, Wealth Planning teams) and external legal and tax advisors to ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Coordinate internal and external training sessions for Relationship Managers, Wealth Planners, and Trust Managers, working with external professionals to deliver relevant training.
• Review, comment, and analyze legal and tax opinions to ensure alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor new laws and regulations relevant to the business and draft updates via Wealth Planning Briefs and Fact Sheets on the latest developments in the regulatory and taxation environment.
• Support the Head of Wealth Planning Competency Centre in working with bank stakeholders on strategic initiatives with a wealth planning focus.

Requirements:

• Degree in Law, Accountancy, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience working as in-house counsel or with prior experience in the knowledge management division of a law firm.
• Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) qualified candidates is good to have.
• Excellent solution-oriented mindset with an eye for accuracy, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of integrity.