Global Careers & Transitions: An International Conversation with Mark Tan (JD 2006)

Explore global careers in law, finance and STEM

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Interested in exploring global careers in law, finance and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)? Join us in conversation with U of T alumnus Mark Tan (JD 2006), General Counsel at GLP in Singapore, to discover how to leverage your education and skills to chart a dynamic career path that transcends borders and industries.

With a career spanning leading firms in New York City, Melbourne, and Singapore at the intersections of law, finance, and STEM, Mark’s global and cross-industry journey will provide valuable insights on navigating international job markets, breaking into new industries, and embracing change to maximize career opportunities.

Q&A to follow!


About Mark

Headshot of Mark Tan smiling - Mark is a man with short, dark hair and wears glasses. He appears in front of a white background and is wearing a dark blue suit with a light blue shirt and striped tie.  Mark Tan is General Counsel of GLP. Mark is responsible for oversight of all legal matters, including fundraising, acquisitions and disposals and other significant transactions and compliance, risk management and governance.

Prior to joining GLP, Mark was previously at Shearman & Sterling LLP, Singapore where he represented underwriters, issuers and private equity sponsors on debt and equity offerings. Previously, Mark also worked at Goldman Sachs and Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York City.

Mark received his Juris Doctor Honors from the University of Toronto and Bachelor of Mathematics in Computer Science, Economics Minor from the University of Waterloo. He is based in Singapore.


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Contact Jona Malile at jona.malile@utoronto.ca

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