Law & Government 101

Synopsis

Law and government play a key role in shaping policies, institutions, and the systems that guide society. This panel explores what working in these fields actually looks like, the pathways into legal and public sector careers, and the responsibilities that come with influencing how decisions are made.

Description

Join an open dialogue with professionals working across law and governance as they share their experiences navigating these fields. From legal practice and policy work to roles within public institutions, panelists will discuss how their work contributes to decision-making, regulation, and the rule of law.

Participants will hear about the training pathways, day-to-day realities, and challenges involved in these careers—alongside the skills and perspectives needed to work within complex legal and governance systems. The session will also include opportunities to ask questions and gain a clearer understanding of how these careers operate in Singapore.

Takeaways

1. Understand the roles law and governance play in shaping society
2. Learn about different career pathways within the legal and public sectors
3. Explore the training routes and qualifications required in these fields
4. Gain insight into the responsibilities and challenges of legal and governance work
5. Hear firsthand perspectives from professionals working in the sector

Who Should Attend

1. Youth under 30 who are curious about careers in law, policy, or public governance
2. Students from 13 to 20 considering studying law or pursuing public service
3. Parents who want a clearer picture of what work in law and public service is like

Panelists

Fuad Johari - Policy Maker

Fuad Johari is a Singapore-based public policy professional serving as a Senior Foresight Analyst at the Centre for Strategic Futures (CSF) in the Prime Minister’s Office. His work focuses on strategic foresight—identifying emerging trends, stress-testing policies, and helping the government prepare for complex, long-term challenges such as technological disruption and geopolitical change.

His background spans law, diplomacy, and international policy. He previously worked as a disputes lawyer and later at Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including a posting to Geneva covering WTO and WIPO matters. This multidisciplinary experience informs his approach to policy, where he applies futures thinking to help design more resilient and adaptive strategies.

Scarlett Lim - Legal Counsel

Scarlett has a wide-range of experiences in the legal sector, having worked in criminal and civil litigation in private law firms, before moving to legal work in the commercial and corporate space. 

She is currently a legal counsel at a multinational energy company based in Japan. There she oversees cross-border business deals, ensuring they meet the legal and regulatory requirements in their international business.

Javier Tan - Investigation Officer

Javier was recently a Senior Investigation Officer with the Singapore Police Force, currently serving in the Central Police Division. In his role, he investigates a wide range of scam and commercial crime cases, from everyday fraud to complex syndicated criminal activities. 

Through his work, he has led investigations into major criminal syndicates and contributed to successful prosecutions under key Singapore statutes, helping to uphold the country’s financial and social integrity.