M&A / Corporate Partner – Singapore

This search stays open for the right book, rather than to a fixed closing date. Approaches are welcome at any point in your own timeline.

Role Summary: A leading international law firm is seeking a partner-level corporate and M&A lawyer for its Singapore office. This is a strategic, long-term hire to strengthen the firm's core transactional practice in Asia.

The Opportunity: The firm is invested in building a market-leading corporate and M&A practice across the region, with a focus on core practices including transactional M&A, capital markets, and disputes. Singapore is a key market, and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the continued growth and credibility of the practice.

Ideal Candidate: We are seeking a seasoned M&A partner with a strong portable practice and a genuine commitment to building a career in Singapore for the long term—not a short-term secondment. The ideal candidate will be a market fixture with a credible track record, a robust network, and a collaborative approach. Relocation candidates with a deep Asian network may be considered, though local candidates are preferred. The firm values bench strength and is looking for a partner who can mentor and build a team beneath them over the next five years.

• Qualified lawyer with significant experience in corporate law and M&A, at partner level
• Strong, portable book of business with a credible client following
• Established reputation and network in the Singapore market or broader Asia
• Long-term commitment to building a practice in Singapore (a 'one-way ticket' mindset)
• Ability to lead and develop junior talent, building a sustainable team
• Excellence in cross-border, transactional work
• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)

Where the match is not obvious from the description, it is still worth a conversation — these mandates flex around the right practice.