Senior Legal Manager/ Legal Counsel

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the legal affairs of the company, conduct legal research and analysis on regulatory changes affecting the hedge fund industry， ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and agreements (ie. Trading agreement, ISDA, GMRA, employment contract, vendor agreement) to protect the company's interests
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and risk management matters, collaborate with various departments to address legal issues and provide strategic guidance
• Serve as secretary of the Board and Committees, liaise with senior management of BU and timely organize the regular meetings
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and other service providers as necessary, lead legal operations across multiple countries
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures
• Support the compliance team in addressing legal issues related to compliance and regulatory matters
• Assist in dispute resolution and litigation management
• Keep abreast of legal developments and emerging trends in the financial

Requirements:

• Law degree from top program, qualification to practice as a solicitor or barrister in Hong Kong, China or US
• At least 5 years of legal experience, preferably in-house within the financial services sector, especially hedge funds. Significant transactional legal experience is definitely an advantage.
• Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including securities laws and regulatory compliance
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, strong legal research and writing skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively
• Strong interpersonal, relationship management and presentational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Membership in a relevant bar association is preferred