Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified Hong Kong lawyer with at least 5 years of experience to provide comprehensive legal support to our business teams, including asset management and corporate finance. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage legal risks while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Strong communication skills in both Mandarin and English are essential.
Job Responsibilities
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- Provide legal assistance to various business teams, including asset management and corporate finance, with minimal supervision.
- Prepare and review legal and transaction documents, including sponsor mandates and underwriting agreements for Corporate Finance; bond subscription agreements and guarantees for Bond Underwriting; and advisory and investment management agreements for Asset Management
- Conduct legal reviews of general corporate issues.
- Collaborate with external counsel as needed to provide legal advice to business units.
- Engage in ad hoc projects and liaise with the Head Office as assigned by department heads or senior lawyers.
- Identify and manage legal risks associated with company operations, and review new laws and regulations.
- Ensure all legal documents accurately reflect intended rights and obligations and are functional from a product perspective.
Job Requirements
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- Qualified Hong Kong lawyer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department in a sizable financial institution.
- Proficient in spoken and written Chinese and Mandarin.
- Strong willingness to learn and maintain a positive work attitude.
- Experience in Chinese financial institutions is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills in Mandarin and English.
- Ability to identify legal risks and resolve issues considering commercial factors.
- Capable of handling ambiguities and maintaining resilience under stress.