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Law Drafter

Overview

Law drafters support the government in drafting Singapore’s laws and translating public policies into legislation.

Description

  • Advise the government and public sector agencies on developing legislative proposals.
  • Draft all government bills and additional legislations including regulations, rules, and orders.
  • Assist the government during the legislative process to help bills get passed in parliament.
  • Ensure that new and existing laws are consistent with the constitution, current legal standards, and international law.
  • Evaluate public policy proposals, ensuring they are practical and in accordance with the law.

Entry requirements

  • You need at least a Bachelor's Degree in Law, must pass Part A of the Singapore Bar Examinations, and be a "qualified person" as defined in the Legal Profession Act and Legal Profession (Qualified Persons) Rules.

Salary

$4,800 – 7,300

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

To make legislation more understandable, law drafters have started writing more detailed explanatory statements, including more examples, using simple English, and adding illustrations.

What to expect

You will need to work with others, including collaborating with government agencies to analyse policy ideas and create legislative solutions.

Soft
skills

Creative Problem-Solving

Ability to find innovative solutions within existing legal frameworks.

Communication

Ability to communicate and share legal concepts clearly.

Critical Thinking

Ability to critically evaluate laws and policies, ensuring that they effectively serve public interest.

Understanding of Local Legal System

Familiarity with laws and how to apply them within Singapore’s context.

Knowledge of Government Policy & Processes

Knowledge of Singapore’s legislative framework and policy-making environment.

Analytical Skills

Ability to dissect complex legal issues.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

No, law drafters continue working with and advising ministry teams to ensure smooth implementation. They may continue working on additional legislation needed for the Act to work successfully.

Singapore Statutes Online, provided by the AGC Legislation Division, is a free database that makes laws accessible and updated.

They structure legal rules, use clear and precise language, and consider if proposed legislations are practical and enforceable.

A Minister of Parliament proposes a bill which goes through multiple readings and debates in parliament. If a vote of approval is given, it proceeds to the president for approval.

They consult various stakeholders to identify potential challenges and gather diverse perspectives.