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We are looking for an exceptional lawyer based in Hong Kong to join our growing global Legal team. The Legal team is a dynamic, external and internal-facing function which supports all aspects of the business across all nine of our offices.
Job Responsibility
Negotiating contracts with clients and vendors
Working closely with the client services team and our clients’ legal and compliance teams to ensure clients access knowledge safely
Drafting and implementing internal policies and procedures to appropriately manage risk
Developing and delivering legal and compliance training to the business
Dealing with evolving areas of law including intellectual property, data privacy, technology, sanctions and regulatory compliance, employment and taxation
Requirements
Resilient, high-energy, self-starter who’s focused on delivering commercial outcomes
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, delivering high-quality, strategic and commercial advice to senior stakeholders and clients
Ability to manage tight deadlines across multiple projects
Ability to work on both transactional and non-transactional legal matters
Ability to work independently with teammates and stakeholders based in other global offices
Confidence and flexibility operating in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment
People-oriented, emotionally intelligent, team mindset with an ability to develop strong relationships and navigate challenges across the organization and its functions
Leadership by example and an ability to manage and influence teams
Attention to detail and curiosity, with the ability to spot issues, get to the heart of the matter, and formulate a clear solution
Authority and poise, and an ability to manage relationships with junior and senior stakeholders within and outside the business
Strong written, oral, and presentation skills
BA/BS/LLB from a top university or other relevant law degree
Qualified lawyer (Hong Kong or Mainland China), dual qualification is preferred
At least 1 year of experience at a top firm or in-house
Fluency in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken) is essential
Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Track record of achievement in professional and academic activities
What we offer
15 days annual leave, 1 additional day per year of service up to 20 days
six months full maternity leave
six weeks full paternity leave
Private medical & dental insurance
annual health check-up
Tax-advantaged housing allowance up to 50% of monthly base salary
State-of-the-art office with amenities in the heart of Hong Kong