Callie Koay
@calliekoay
Commercial Contracts Executive with expertise in legal negotiations.
SingaporeWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in commercial contracts and litigation. My journey began with a solid educational foundation, having graduated with an L.L.B (Hons) from The University of Manchester and furthering my qualifications with the Bar Professional Training Course in London. Since 2019, I have honed my skills in various roles, including my current position as a Commercial Contracts Executive at Huawei International Pte Ltd, where I lead negotiations on high-value contracts and manage complex legal issues.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed litigation and compliance matters across multiple regions, including Southeast Asia and beyond. My role at ZAGRO Chemicals Pte Ltd involves conducting risk assessments on commercial contracts and managing the group’s intellectual property portfolio. I have also gained valuable experience as a Legal Associate at Shearn Delamore & Co., where I assisted in arbitration and litigation proceedings, showcasing my ability to collaborate effectively with senior partners and mentor junior colleagues.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Commercial Contracts Executive
Huawei International Pte Ltd
Oct 2024 - Present (9 months)
Led and negotiated multiple high-value contracts, including a $1.7M data co-location space lease agreement and an exclusive licensing agreement for Huawei's animation IP. Resolved contract issues between the company and clients, suggesting improvements and escalating high-risk clauses to HQ.
Legal Counsel
Zagro Chemicals Pte Ltd
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)
Managed litigation, commercial, and compliance matters across the ZAGRO Group, including subsidiaries in SEA regions, Africa, South America, NZ, and Australia. Conducted risk assessments on commercial contracts, leases, and NDAs, and managed the group's IP portfolio.
Legal Associate
Shearn Delamore & Co.
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Assisted in arbitration, High Court, and Court of Appeal proceedings involving large sums. Drafted cause papers in preparation for arbitration and litigation hearings, and collaborated with senior partners to develop case strategies.
Pupil, Post-pupillage Paralegal
Munhoe Law
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Prepared cause papers and assisted with the firm's article writings. Drafted affidavits and interlocutory applications, and helped secretaries with e-filing of court papers.
Litigation Paralegal
Thomas Philip Advocates and Solicitors
Dec 2019 - Present (5 years 7 months)
Prepared case summaries and chronologies, and translated court documents between English and Bahasa. Conducted legal research, drafted cause papers and legal opinions, and compiled trial bundles.
Intern
Raja, Darryl & Loh Advocates and Solicitors (RDL)
Jun 2017 - Present (8 years 1 month)
Prepared court documents in English and Bahasa, and conducted legal research for hearing purposes. Aided in reviewing commercial agreements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bar Professional Training Course, BPTC
Post-graduate Qualification (Barrister-at-Law), Law
Completed the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) to qualify as a Barrister-at-Law. Admitted to Gray's Inn, a professional body for barristers in London.
TMThe University of Manchester
L.L.B (Hons), Law
Undertook an undergraduate qualification in Law, focusing on various aspects of legal studies. Graduated with Honours from the program.
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