Legal & Compliance - Transaction Lawyer, Vice President

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone’s over $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram. 

Job Description & Responsibilities

Blackstone is seeking a 7+ years PQE transactions/corporate lawyer to provide support to its businesses based in Singapore.  The work will support Business transactions covering the private equity, real estate and tactical opportunities businesses, across Singapore and Southeast Asia.  In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing complex corporate transactions for Blackstone’s funds and portfolio companies, including public and private mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures and minority equity investments. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of navigating the intricacies of corporate law and regulatory regimes, in a fast-paced, global environment, providing expert advice and support to our investment teams and portfolio companies.

Private Equity, Real Estate and Tactical Opportunities

• Review and negotiate transaction and financing documentation

• Advise on transaction-related legal, structuring and regulatory matters and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., antitrust, foreign direct investment, financial regulatory, securities laws)

• Liaise with finance, operations, tax, fund and compliance teams on a variety of matters throughout the investment cycle from diligence through closing, ongoing asset management activities and exit

• Supervise and coordinate with external counsel on transactions

• Coordinate the legal due diligence process

• Provide input to investment committee materials and manage transaction approval processes

• Coordinate with portfolio operations, public affairs, government relations and sustainability teams on critical and sensitive issues across the Blackstone portfolio

• Collaborate with portfolio companies to provide guidance on corporate governance, regulatory matters, risk management strategies, and compliance best practices

• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments and industry trends, including corporate governance, securities law, and market practice

General Corporate

• Assist with general corporate matters related to Blackstone’s business in Singapore

Qualifications

Based in Singapore, the lawyer will support Blackstone Singapore as part of the legal & compliance team across Asia-Pacific. This is an exciting role for a bright, ambitious and hard-working individual to work on marquee transactions.

Ideally, the individual would possess the following skills:

• 7-10 years of legal experience with a top-tier international law firm, with a focus on private equity (candidates with relevant experience from private funds will also be considered)

• US/UK/Singapore/Hong Kong/equivalent common law degree required

• International deal experience across APAC is a must

• Demonstrated experience working on/leading complex and cross‑border corporate transactions

• Comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape affecting private equity and portfolio companies

• Strong judgement and excellent negotiation, and interpersonal skills

• Strong strategic thinking skills, ability to work independently and proactively, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Fluent English required, with an additional Asian language (Business proficiency)

Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors.  In addition to the qualifications outlined above, the successful candidate should have strong communication skills, a demonstrated ability to write effectively, and a desire to work in a team environment, often under pressure.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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