FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

The position serves as a strategic investment legal partner and a member of L&BO team.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Investment Legal Support:

Draft and review standard investment contracts which related to the products issued by IAMC, build up investment contract templatesLiaison and communication with the AIA Investment Legal Centre of Excellence located in Singapore for specialist support and legal risk management for legal documentation related to investment transactions (including traditional and non-traditional assets), derivatives, collateral, clearing, repos, securities lending and custody all within the AIA Investment Governance FrameworkProvide legal opinions in the process of investment projects initiation, review and decision-making, and review related contractsIdentify key review points, summary the main problems in the actual operation from legal perspective and provide timely feedbackResponsible for draft legal reports related to debt program, equity program, trust program, etc.Take ownership of relevant policies and procedures and ensure the adherence to both regulatory and AIA requirements (including the Policy&Procedures)

Connected Transaction Management:

Implement connected transaction related laws and regulations with alignment of AIA Group standards, prepare and maintain connected transaction management policies and proceduresCollaborate with all business functions, including Investment, Finance, Compliance, Tax & Treasury and in day-to-day management of connected transactionsLiaise with AIA Group Legal/CoSec team and AIA Life Board Office for connected transaction mattersPrepare and manage the submission of regulatory reports and external disclosure about connected transactionsResponsible for the construction, management, optimization and daily maintenance of connected transaction system

Corporate Governance & Board Secretarial Management:

Ensure compliance with corporate governance laws, regulations, and Group requirements; maintain key governance documents (e.g., AOA, Board Charter); conduct regulatory self-assessmentsManage the operations of Board and Board’s committees including planning/organizing meetings, preparing agendas/minutes/resolutions to ensure regulatory/Group complianceOversee director lifecycle processes (elections, retirements, appraisals, INED talent pool) and facilitate director effectiveness through research, query resolution, and dedicated meetings/workshops

Governmental and Regulatory Affairs:

Facilitate the maintain the communication channel with government and regulators, as well as manage the relationshipsWork closely with investment team and assist the consultation with regulators on investment and connected transaction related subject matters

Minimum Job Requirements:

Degree in lawAt minimum 5-8 years PQEExperience from insurance asset management company or insurance company is requiredIn-depth knowledge of local business standards, best practices, external regulations and legal risk management, with a special focus on insurance fund investment or investment management industryProficiency in spoken and written English in order to effectively communicate with multiple stakeholdersAccountable, efficient, detail oriented, good team player and willing to explore new area

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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